Logistics Director
Location : 100 Westport Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851, USA
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Req #2306
Date : Friday, July 26, 2024
About Stew Leonard’s : Stew Leonard’s is a family-owned and operated fresh food store founded in 1969, with locations in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey.
Known as the Disneyland of Dairy Stores, Stew’s offers a unique shopping experience with costumed characters and animated entertainment.
Our commitment to customer service is encapsulated in our principles : Rule #1 - The Customer is Always Right ; Rule #2 - If the Customer is Ever Wrong, Re-Read Rule #1.
We believe in teamwork, excellence, and making shopping fun. Over 80% of our managers have been promoted from within, showcasing our commitment to career growth.
Position Summary : The Director of Logistics will identify and develop a logistics strategy that meets organizational goals.
This role has significant visibility and cost / service responsibility, requiring an individual who can bridge strategic guidance with practical execution.
The Director will lead the logistics strategy and collaborate with cross-functional and senior leaders across the organization.
Responsibilities include managing incoming and outgoing shipments across multiple warehouses, supervising team members, and ensuring inventory meets quality and delivery requirements.
This is an on-site position, overseeing 15 direct reports.
Job Responsibilities :
- Implement an overall strategy, metrics, and processes to optimize logistics network and operations.
- Manage all aspects of logistics management to control, deliver, and distribute products and materials.
- Oversee daily operations of a transportation network, including safety, compliance, and staff management.
- Support inventory, distribution, and transportation operations to achieve organizational goals and KPIs.
- Utilize analytics to monitor performance and identify operational issues.
- Partner with stakeholders to meet forecasted capacity needs.
- Ensure safety and security within the department, including accident investigations and loss prevention.
- Optimize route structures and logistics support.
- Schedule and monitor inbound and outgoing deliveries for efficiency.
- Coordinate logistics, warehouse, transportation, and merchandising operations teams.
Requirements :
- Experience with transportation and distribution of perishable food products is highly desired.
- Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, or relevant field.
- 10+ years of experience in a similar role.
- Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
- Solid understanding of logistics, routing, and warehouse management.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Warehouse Management and Transportation Management Systems, as well as Microsoft Office.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds.
- Prior fleet management experience is a plus.
- Willingness and ability to travel to various work sites as needed.
Salary : Starting annual salary based on experience and skill set : $125,000 - $150,000, plus bonus potential.
Stew Leonard's is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.
Other Details : Job Family : Food
Job Family : Food
Job Function : Retail Grocery
Pay Type : Salary
Employment Indicator : Full Time
Min Hiring Rate : $125,000.00
Max Hiring Rate : $150,000.00
Telecommute % : 0
Required Education : Bachelor’s Degree
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