OUR CLIENT - Is one of the largest, most progressive, privately held equipment manufacturers in the US.  They have a 50-year history of success based on a philosophy of providing the most value to their customers through product quality and reliability. This philosophy drives every decision in the company. Top management believes that innovation begins with recognizing a need and then designing and building the best, most reliable product to fill that need. When that’s done well, the product will sell itself by reputation. They believe there is nothing more powerful than a satisfied customer. This company is proud of their leading edge product development capabilities, allowing them to quickly react to changing customer requirements. Our client firmly believes much of their success results from an outstanding workforce that is proud of their company heritage and a strong, committed dealer network that understands their equipment and market. Our clients products are marketed through dealers in the US and Canada and in over 30 countries through international distributors.

THEIR OPPORTUNITY – Our Client is in need of a Logistics Manager for their Iowa based manufacturing operation.  You will manage all shipping, receiving, vehicle maintenance, trucks and drivers, repair parts and warehouse personnel.  Key responsibilities include:

• Negotiating freight rates
• Ensure the company complies with all DOT regulations
• Receiving, inspection, warehousing and shipment of parts and accessories
• Oversee maintenance of all motorized equipment, i.e. fork trucks, graders, tractors, vans, and trucks
• Dispatching
• Insure Dealer files are accurate and well maintained and develop freight quotes for outbound freight to our Dealers
• Resolve shipping claims
• Maintain adequate inventory levels and ensure inventory accuracy
• Supervision of three warehousing and transportation supervisors, salaried support staff and 29 hourly employees

The position reports to the company’s Production Manager

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR IN A CANDIDATE

• 4 year college degree in logistics/transportation or equivalent experience
• Experience in shipping inbound/outbound freight and scheduling
• Firm understanding of all pertinent DOT regulations.
• Computer literate with a firm understanding of ERP software
• Ability to coach, mentor, and delegate to others
• Past participation in Continuous Improvement Programs

Excellent employee benefit package  

For consideration, send your resume in MS Word format to careers@worldbridgepartners.com Refer to 1699 Logistics Manager in your response.

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