Logistics Manager - Dallas, United States - Envalior

Description

Established in 2023, but with a combined heritage of over 100 years, Envalior is entering the market as a leading global engineering materials powerhouse offering novel and innovative solutions to todays world. Envalior brings together two highly complementary established players in DSM Engineering Materials and LANXESS High Performance Materials.

We offer a uniquely positioned portfolio of longstanding material, application, and design expertise, creating real and meaningful value for our customers and the greater global society. To grow this leading global engineering materials company, we hire new colleagues to strengthen the foundation for the new organization. This is the perfect time to influence change, challenge the status quo, be part of something new and exciting, craft, create and develop the best in ALL WORLDS and be part of something truly innovative, inspirational and transformational.

Do you want to be part of this exciting journey ahead? Do you love working in an international, highly energized, and collaborative team? Maybe its you we are looking for to join our team, as our new Logistics Manager.

Requirements

To manage the regional logistic operations in the NAFTA region covering all inbound shipments, customs, outbound shipments, storage and the control of the packaging material portfolio.

• Organize the logistic department according to Envaliors overall logistics policy and plan, and manage the daily operations
• Contribute to the execution of the logistics policy and plans of the unit, as member of the logistics team
• Develop and implement optimized and advanced logistics systems and procedures, in line with overall developments in the supply chain process
• Ensure that the SHEQ management system is in place and complied with, and create a safe and healthy work environment
• Propose and work within the department budget, monitor and control expenses and report periodically
• Ensure an optimal work environment and manage work department to ensure are promoting the Envalior culture and values. Deliver (synergy) savings within Envalior by way of contributions towards regional productivity target and continue to lead continuous improvement efforts to lead to future additional savings on top of aforementioned synergy effect. Identify potential savings for the following year in the Pipeline tool.
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• Oversee the process standardization within Logistics and Trade & Compliances functions and also ensuring it fits with the global process standard. Key responsibilities:
• Manage the scheduling and tracking of inbound raw materials and all outbound traffic of finished goods from shipping point to destination. Notify appropriate Envalior personnel of shipment delays and/or early deliveries as required by the sales organization.
• Support supply negotiations with all related service providers, including transportation carriers, warehousing service providers, and 3PL partners, to ensure best price to Envalior along with adherence to strict supply conditions. Monitor and publish the outside service providers adherence to those supply conditions on a monthly basis.
• Serve as the Supply Chain Management contact for Logistics Operations between functional areas within the organization, outside suppliers, and global Envalior counterparts to achieve effective working relationships, both internally and externally.
• Functional liaison for LATAM/Mexico region.
• Ensure we have the lowest cost warehousing costs possible in the Envalior USA warehousing network, while providing the best service levels possible. Ensure we have the most optimal warehouse performance within the region and continue to deliver lowest possible costs while ensuring maximum service levels.
• Responsible for optimizing the North America warehouse network within Envalior.
• Serve as a global resource for the region related to intercompany coordination and supply chain best practices.
• Keep organization informed of macro Supply Chain related trends.
• Research and analyze data to identify market trends to maximize cost and efficiency opportunities.
• Maintain, manage, and approve performance measures for the function to provide ongoing and elevated standards.
• Responsible for directing physical distribution activities at third party distribution facilities.
• Complies with all position requirements as defined in Envaliors internal control, quality system and SHE requirements, policies and procedures.
• Performs special projects and related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate:

• 5 years of management experience required
• Minimum 5 years experience in both transportation planning, preferred with specific knowledge of freight rate structures (including RAIL) as well as warehousing and distribution functions within a manufacturing environment.
• Extensive knowledge of Supply chain operational theories and methodologies.
• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics is preferred; Masters degree most preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of warehousing inventory control and distribution/transportation practices.
• A thorough understanding of the applicable U.S. customs policies, practices, laws, and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Prior 6 Sigma and SAP experience preferred
• Unionized, 24/7/365 facility manufacturing environment experience preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills
• Previous SAP experience
• APICs certification or equivalent preferred
• USMCA / NAFTA trade and compliance experience is highly preferred.

Benefits

Working for ENVALIOR means the opportunity to really contribute to improve peoples lives and solving the challenges of todays world. Challenging jobs, career opportunities and an inspiring environment allow you to enhance your personal development. Envalior recognizes that the on-going success of the company depends on the continued development and engagement of our employees and pursues a fair and competitive remuneration policy, recognizing individual and team competencies and performance.

Procedure and Contact

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by sending us your Resume via the career portal.

Reference check procedures are part of the ENVALIOR Recruitment & Selection Process and will be contacted when these references checks are required.

Envalior is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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