Logistics Manager

ABOUT SCHUPAN

We've been creating sustainable material solutions since 1968.
At Schupan, we want to positively impact our people, community, and planet every day.

We believe our core values foster a culture of excellence through growth.Schupan expects all employees to perform their job duties and consistently follow the code of conduct, by exhibiting behaviors that reflect: Integrity, Empowerment, Sustainability, and Compassion.

We believe our employees make us the best. Some benefits of working at Schupan:

• People-first culture

• Career advancement and growth opportunities

• Weekly pay

• Cell phone stipend

• Discretionary end-of-year bonus

• Medical, dental, company paid employee only dental, dental for dependents, company paid core vision for employee and family,

• HSA, FSA,fitness incentives, wellness premium discount

• 401k and match eligibility, and PTO available Day 1

• Company-paid group life and AD&D, voluntary life, short and long-term disability

• Pet insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and EAP

SUMMARY

The Logistics Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all inbound and outbound logistics activities, including transportation, shipping, and receiving operations. This role ensures the efficient movement of goods, compliance with regulations, cost control, and the effective supervision of logistics personnel to support overall operational goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage activities related to incoming material shipments, incoming OSF orders, and transfer orders to and from SAPS facilities
• Oversee daily transportation activities, including carrier coordination, routing, and scheduling.
• Oversee inbound and outbound freight to ensure on-time, accurate deliveries.
• Monitor freight costs and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Oversee compliance with DOT, safety, and company transportation policies.
• Oversee shipping and receiving operations to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.
• Coordinate with warehouse and operations teams to align inventory flow and production schedules.
• Resolve discrepancies related to shipments, damages, or shortages.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and movement of materials.
• Supervisory responsibilities include training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Promote a safe work environment by monitoring activities in Shipping/Material Handling Department and OSF areas, including the loading/off-loading of company trucks.
• Monitor upcoming shipment report to ensure product is delivered on time
• Follow ISO policies and procedures as required
• Must be able to interact in person with peers and the public.
• Must be able to handle high stress situations.
• Must be willing and able to travel as needed, up to 15% of the time.
• Exhibit behaviors that reflect the company core values: Integrity, Empowerment, Sustainability and Compassion
• Perform other related duties as assigned

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 3–5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or distribution operations required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) required.
• Knowledge of DOT and transportation compliance regulations required.
• Previous supervisory or management experience required.
• Strong knowledge of shipping, receiving, and transportation processes required.
• Experience with Six Sigma and lean manufacturing processes strongly preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, and techniques for maximizing the effective movement of products
• Ability to speak in front of large groups including supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates
• Ability to actively listen by giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking questions as appropriate

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Routinely required to stand and walk; use hands to handle and feel; reach with arms and hands; as well as climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl 
• Routinely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds 
• Routinely performs repetitive movements such as bending, twisting, reaching, lifting and pulling
• Specific vision requirements include depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to wear all necessary safety equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Routinely work in a noisy environment.
• Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment.
• Routinely exposed to moving and mechanical parts and potential exposure to electrical shock.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Schupan believes our coworkers must be able to enjoy a work environment free from all forms of employment discrimination. The Company embraces individual differences and does not discriminate against any coworker or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, height, weight, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. This policy of nondiscrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.

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