Regional Logistics Manager

êton’s Vehicle Division is currently seeking a Regional Logistics Manager to join our team. This position is based at our Athens, GA, Galesburg, MI, Kings Mountain, NC Marshall, MI, Roxboro, NC, or Southfield, MI facility. Position Overview: The Logistics Manager is responsible for all Operational and Tactical aspects of VG’s Logistics Function for the North America Region. In this role, the Logistics Manager will support all plants in the North America and drive the implementation of the Logistics Strategy by working closely with the Manager Global Logistics for Vehicle Group. This position will support the Replenishment Team in achieving fulfillment and inventory goals by ensuring that the logistics network is operating optimally. The Logistics Manager will work with all plants in North America to drive logistics performance improvement and achieve regional cost-out goals. The position will also have responsibility to oversee performance of the Logistics 3PL that is responsible for all LTL, TL and Fleet shipments. The Logistics Manager will drive compliance improvement of all corporate program along with basic compliance to utilization of LTL, TL and other carriers. Key carrier performance management, 3PL operated crossdock & warehouse performance management and logistics network management are included in the overall scope of responsibilities. This position also owns the Logistics Spend Forecast and Planning process and figures for the North America region. In this role, you will: Implement Logistics Strategy in Americas by aligning with the Manager Global Logistics for Vehicle Group Actively participate in the Global Logistics Council as a representative of the North America Logistics Function Closely work with Americas Logistics 3PL and plants to drive cost-out initiatives and projects Participate in Americas SIOP cycles in order to align Logistics network designs with business levels and inventory goals. As a leader for the North America, this position requires an effective deployment of the Eaton Leadership model. The Logistics Manager must be an effective leader with professional presence and skills at developing individuals, setting goals and holding people accountable, leveraging resources, communicating effectively, and building organizational capability. Product Distribution Strategy Support: Participate in the Materials & Ops directed DC strategy and support all Lead logistics initiatives to improve. Americas Key Supplier Management: Involves supplier performance monitoring; Conflict resolution; Contracts Management; Rate Negotiations; Evaluation of Technological Enhancements; Management of Efficiency Improvement Initiatives Corporate Governance: Implement policies and procedures developed by Hydraulics Global Logistics and Corporate Functions to ensure adherence to the financial, regulatory, and compliance requirements of Corporate SCM North American Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI): Involves service provider performance monitoring; Conflict resolution; Evaluation of Technological Enhancements International Air Freight: Manage and resolve carrier issues; Support carrier transition; SOP development and implementation for Premium Freight Approval Tool Cash Flow Planning (Transportation): Computing transportation spend budgets for VGNA sites for annual profit planning. Lead the same for monthly Rolling forecast process. Drive annual cost-out projects aligned with the annual logistics budgets, ongoing CI efforts, and established provider contracts Support Working Capital Reduction Initiatives: Develop and present Inventory Reduction ideas to Sr. Management. Support the development and deployment of Americas Business Continuity Plan Lead 3PL DC/WH related RFQ events based on business needs. Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution Minimum five (5) years’ experience in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Materials and/or Logistics Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within 50 miles of Athens, GA, Galesburg, MI, Kings Mountain, NC, Marshall, MI, Roxboro, NC, or Southfield, MI will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation. Preferred Qualifications: 2+ years of Logistics and Distribution experience, including contract development, performance management, cost and inflation forecasting, freight and duty management, etc. APICS CPIM certification MBA or master’s degree in Operations / Materials Management, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, etc. Working knowledge of ERP system (e.g. Oracle, SAP, QAD), databases, data warehouses, and bolt-on execution systems Demonstrated understanding of market and economic impacts on Logistics cost and performance, inflation impact, forecasting, cost modeling, etc. Demonstrated ability to build teams, develop people, hold people accountable, leverage indirect resources, build relationships with key partners, and manage without authority. Position Success Criteria: Strong analytical and cognitive skills. Experience with driving business process improvement initiatives Experience in a leadership role in driving change in the organization. Excellent interpersonal relationship building and team work skills. Ability to lead a global team in the development and implementation of initiatives in a highly matrixed environment. Strong oral and written communication skills Highly advanced analytical and cognitive skills. Strong project management experience with demonstrated history of driving accomplishments through a team Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret and document complex business processes and systems. Advanced understanding of Logistics processes and freight management tools Proficiency in using Word, Power Point and Excel. We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site. Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites) Healthcare/retirement savings programs Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico)
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