Outbound Logistics Manager - Ft. Smith, AR

Outbound Logistics Manager – Fort Smith, AR
Outbound Logistics Manager position is a pivotal role for the Fort Smith, AR leadership team and logistics strategy. This role is responsible for managing the outbound shipping processes for the entire location. This includes oversight of packaging operations at the factory as well as a remote warehouse facility operated by a third-party service provider. 

What are we looking for? 
•    BS / BA Business or related field preferred
•    5+ years’ experience in Logistics or Supply Chain Management can be substituted for education
•    3+ years managing people
•    Strong knowledge of SAP, JDA WMS ,ISO, Quality Management Systems, Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety
•    Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate, influence, negotiate, motivate and lead a team.
•    Ability to lead multiple teams across multiple sites
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills
•    Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Nexus
•    Flexibility to adapt to regularly changing priorities and quality issues
•    Ability to handle sensitive information

What would be your key responsibilities? 
•    Develop and implement Supply Chain Strategies in line with the OGSM.
•    Identify and eliminate “supply chain” constraints to ensure maximum service levels are obtained.
•    Coach and develop leaders and team members to successful results, including identifying training and development needs.
•    Lead the execution of cultural changes and activities needed to support the FMOS process.
•    Maintain contingency plans for time sensitive operations (unscheduled absentees, customer issues, system malfunctions, inventory exceptions, supplier quality exceptions, fleet equipment issues, etc.).
•    Develops and maintain root-cause/corrective action procedures including trend analysis resulting in driving process improvements
•    Liaison with the Wet Planning and Replenishment Team and work to maximize on time service metrics within the region.

What can you expect from Mars?
•    The opportunity to learn and develop, taking charge of your own career across Mars
•    An industry competitive salary and great benefits package
•    Chance to work cross functionally, and add value and impact to the business
•    If you are passionate, a great problem solver, resilient and have a high drive for results, then we want to hear from you!

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