OverviewLead and oversee activities of a group of Logistics Coordinators ensuring on time shipment from the plants and on time delivery to the customer.Resolving any escalated issues relating to transportation delays, equipment challenges or other issues impacting on time delivery to the customer.We are seeking a highly analytical and results driven Leader who can bridge the gap between tactical daily execution and strategic regional goals, ensuring flawless deliver, carrier compliance and spearheading optimization projects.ResponsibilitiesOversee processes and personnel which coordinate all load, shipment and traffic processes with local plant / warehouse / terminal personnel to ensure on time delivery to customerEnsure adherence to all Safety and Compliance written standard operating procedures and controls, trade compliance, customs compliance, transportation and logistics regulations, Dangerous Goods regulations, Responsible Care and ISO ****, IATF (where applicable)Oversee resolution management processes and determine effectiveness related to accidents, returns, diverted rail cars, insurance issues, quantity differences and any other customer or compliance impacting issueServe as the primary point of escalation and collaboration among teamsEnsure SAP postings are executed in a timely manner aligned with revenue recognition rules and ensure timely discrepancy resolutionEnsure adherence to defined operational escalation process to leads, regional experts and plant personnel when unforeseen delays in shipping from plant and ultimate delivery to customer are encountered.Investigate failures and develop process changes to address "routine" failuresRecommend process improvement including investigation of quality failures and the development of preventive and corrective actions for quality failuresManage work planning, vacation planning, follow up,
meetings and scheduling to meet business requirementsBalance workload distribution to maximize team productivityMaintain contacts with 3rd parties to ensure tactical daily issues and month close issues are resolved promptlyParticipate in SOX self assessments and audits as required (monthly, quarterly and annually)Responsible for supervising, managing and motivating team members on a daily basis.Establish clear accountability driving a high performance cultureParticipate in customer service, sales and other meetings as appropriateMaintain scorecards with metrics for internal process performance as well as external process performance for carriers and 3rd party warehousesMeet/exceed monthly KPI metrics and objectivesPresent operational health reports and strategic business cases directly to regional Senior LeadershipQualificationsBachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, International Business, Business Administration, or a related technical field.Specialized certification (APICS, Lean Six Sigma) is a strong plus.5 years Logistic Operations/ Supply Chain experience and/or 3 years leadership responsibilityFluent English (C1/C2 level) with the ability to communicate with stakeholders at different levelsSAP ExperienceExcel proficiency is a must.Power BI an assetAbility to drive process improvementsProven experience managing U.S. domestic logistics (FTL, LTL, specialized freight, U.S. carrier market dynamics, and tech portals/WMS) is highly preferredCompetences / BehaviorsCustomer focused mindsetDrive for resultsGood interpersonal and leadership skillsStrong problem solving and analytical skillsEffective Time ManagementAbility to build relationshipsAbility to work in a integral fast paced and complex environmentBeing flexible and adaptable to changeAble to cope with stress (stress resistant)Responsibility and engagement#J-*****-Ljbffr
📌 Supervisor, Logistics Operations (Xico)
🏢 Celanese
📍 Xico