Manager, Kellogg's Distribution Center Logistics

Do you have a passion for operations and performance? Well, come lead with us in our regional distribution center (dc) in Allentown, PA. As a Kellogg Distribution Center (KDC) Logistics Manager you oversee cost budgeting and financial performance, service performance, meeting continuous improvement objectives, adherence to the Warehouse Service Agreement, SAP, DLX and Transportation system utilization and processes. Relocation is being offered.

At Kellogg Company, we are passionate about our outstanding brands, business and food. We also believe in the power of people, so we care about and celebrate your success. Excited for what lies ahead? We are too.

Kellogg is progressing toward unleashing our full potential by the end of 2023. After this portfolio transformation journey is complete, this role will support Kellanova, a leading company in global snacking, international cereal and noodles, plant-based foods, and North America frozen breakfast. Learn more about our bold next steps at UnleashingOurPotential.com.

HERE'S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Driving Solutions – Develops working relationship with local Third-Party Providers to ensure customer order fill and on-time delivery measures are obtained. In addition, develops, monitors and manages assigned distribution center budgets and reports performance to senior management on a monthly basis. Provides monthly forecasted volume to DC’s. Conduct business review quarterly with assigned DC’s.
• Delivering Project Accountabilities – Works to ensure all aspects of the order management process are met. Takes corrective action where required to improve customer service levels and cost/service equation, as well as attend annual customer visits to develop understanding of customer’s service expectation.
• Driving capabilities – Develops a working relationship with finance, logistics, transportation, and IP that supports issue resolution. In addition, develops strong business relationship with our third-party vendors including public warehouses, warehouse suppliers, VAS suppliers, and real estate.

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

• Able to balance conflicting priorities and still provide a clear direction and focus.
• Possess leadership and personality, which encourages teamwork and idea generation while remaining focused on results and process improvement
• At least 3 years business and Supply Chain experience - Warehousing, Inventory Management, Materials Management, and/or Transportation Management experience.
• Ability to effectively work with all levels of management over a wide range of departments.
• High School diploma/GED with significant relevant experience
• Ability to travel up to 25%

WHAT’S NEXT
After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter – not a bot. This means it could take us a little while to get back with you so watch your inbox for updates. In the meantime, visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and how to best prepare for a Kellogg interview.

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please USA.Recruitment@kellogg.com.

This role takes part in Locate for Your Day, Kellogg’s hybrid way of working that empowers office-based employees to, in partnership with their managers, find a balance between working from home and the office.

ABOUT KELLOGG COMPANY

Kellogg Company is a multibillion-dollar company with over 30 thousand employees all over the globe. We are proud to make delicious foods that people love – foods that you grew up with like Frosted Flakes, Cheez It, Eggo, Pop-Tarts, Crunchy Nut, Pringles, as well as innovative foods such as MorningStar Farms, RX bar, and Noodles. Our KValues and BetterDays commitments are at the core of who we are, what we believe and what brings us together. We’re proud to say we’ve been awarded with Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies”, DiversityInc’s “Top 50 Companies for Diversity”, Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces”, and many more awards that you can check out here.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion has been part of our DNA since the beginning. Clearly stated in our Code of Ethics “we have respect for individuals of all backgrounds, capability and opinions.” We believe that equity is more than leveling the playing field. It is making sure barriers, both tangible and intangible, are removed. Interested in the numbers? We hold ourselves accountable with our yearly Features report.

Kellogg is proud to offer industry competitive Total Health benefits (Physical, Financial, Emotional, and Social) that vary depending on region and type of role. Be sure to ask your recruiter for more information!

THE FINER PRINT

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

Kellogg Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this link.

Let’s create the future of food,

Kellogg Recruitment