Supply Chain - Delivery Logistics Manager

Position Summary  To lead and serve our internal and external customers within Logistics to oversee trucking lanes, ensure the safety of routes and standards in order to provide timely, accurate deliveries while consulting with senior management on methods to improve overall system efficiency to increase company sales and profits.   Essential Functions Oversees route delivery systems and Logistics Operations to maximize operational efficiency. Monitors routing, develops route planning and analyzes changes to improve efficiencies while meeting customer needs. Analyzes performance and sets goals to maximize company sales and profitability. Develops and oversees consistent delivery and operating policies in accordance with established company policy and Federal/State/Local Laws including OSHA, DOT and safety compliance. Directs staffing, training and skill development of direct reports to allow for talent management and employee engagement goals to be met. Completes, approves and maintains preliminary budgetary information, employee performance reviews and other paperwork according to established company policy; reviews and approves time-off requests. Maintains confidentiality of financial information, customer information, employee information (e.g. discipline, wage information), and other sensitive and confidential information. Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and predictable attendance and works outside of normal schedule as required to meet workload demands. Performs other related duties as required.   Education  Must have experience in Beverage Delivery/Supply Chain, Business Management, Logistics, Sales or related field. Associate or bachelor’s degree in business management, Logistics, Sales or related field strongly preferred.   Experience  5 - 10 years of distribution management experience. 3 - 5 years of supervisory experience.   Computer Skills  Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Access.    Certifications & Licenses  Valid driver's license; must be insurable to operate a vehicle as a condition of initial and continued employment.    Other Requirements  Knowledge of: retail sales environment; beverage industry; distribution process; Microsoft Office Suite; basic financial management. Skill in: internal and external customer service; training and coaching; budgeting for labor and other expenditures. Ability to: develop, manage, lead and train a team; work quickly, efficiently and independently; multi-task; communicate effectively with customers and other employees both verbally and in writing; adapt to change; relate to and influence customers, employees and co-workers; develop and maintain good working relationships; problem solve; delegate; operate a computer; develop and deliver presentations to individuals and groups; read and interpret financial statements, data and other information. Other functions, skills and abilities may also apply.