The Logistics Manager has primary responsibility for the transportation for the business unit.  The Logistics Manager manages the shipment execution of contracts from Scoular owned processing facilities and/or third-party vendors to the customer.  This position builds relationships with vendors across the entire supply chain and utilizes creative solutions to minimize cost, add value to the customer experience and create further efficiency in the supply chain.  The Logistics Manager is responsible to oversee shipment planning and execution of shipment contracts from origin to destination.

• Negotiate rates and explore options, leveraging supply chain relationships ensuring Scoular obtains and maintains the most competitive rates and service as it relates to rail service providers, trucking companies, port transloaders, ocean freight forwarders and ocean ship lines. Solidify strategic partnerships, striving for Scoular to be a first-class customer, and receive first-class service from providers.


• Monitor any and all performance issues that can affect shipment execution and relay information and intel to appropriate stakeholders. Working with team to put contingency plans in place to further mitigate risks to Scoular.


• Assess transportation market trends, export port capabilities and other external factors that can affect shipment execution and relaying market intel to appropriate stakeholders. Review industry best practices and benchmarks and applying where relevant to Scoular.


• Monitor inland freight trends, constraints and factors that affect shipment execution and relay market intel to appropriate stakeholders. Review industry best practices and benchmarks and applying where relevant to Scoular.


• Implement and maintain detailed procedures, manuals and resources required for the team to efficiently fulfil their duties. Ensure this information is available to the team is relevant and current in all locations. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company policies, procedures, and administrative responsibilities. 


• Report relevant metrics, key performance indicators and implement team goals that are aligned with company strategic objectives.


• Possess in-depth knowledge of port transloading and ocean freight including, specific procedures and processes to guide and assist your team.


• Understand the overall global supply chain as it relates to the various business units we support. Participate in cross training or job shadowing initiatives to share your expertise and understand other roles that contribute to the success of the business units.


• Communicate effectively internally and externally in support of a positive customer experience. Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure optimal shipment execution and build strength in our brand.


• In-depth knowledge of port transloading and ocean freight including, specific procedures and processes to guide and assist your team.


• Coordinate and collaborate with internal corporate resources to ensure compliance with all Scoular policies (HR, Finance, Accounting, Legal, etc).


• Build relationships with vendors and internal and external stakeholders while employing innovative solutions to minimize cost and create added efficiency across the entire supply chain in support of the overall strategic vision of Scoular.


• Guide the logistics team so their decisions support optimal efficiencies in our shipment execution, with a focus on mitigating costs and limiting risk. Ensuring shipments are executed within contractual requirements, leading to an ideal customer experience.


• Coach, support, and motivate your teams to achieve collective optimal performance. Provide timely feedback, practicing consistent team governance and advocating for your team. Engage team members in crucial conversations as required to address performance concerns.


• Prioritize tasks, projects and accountabilities for your team and yourself. Manage time and workloads effectively to ensure achievement of individual, departmental and companywide goals and objectives.


• Navigate yourself and your team through various changes in support of continuous improvement.


• Identify and implement best practices within the team that are focused on continuous improvement and process improvement.

Minimum

• College degree in business related field or equivalent and relevant experience


• 3+ years experience in agriculture, logistics or related field.


• Demonstrated leadership skills with strong business acumen and ability to drive forward and execute strategy.


• Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills and relationship building capability.


• Highly skilled in problem solving techniques.


• Direct people leadership experience and strong people management skills with proven ability to develop high performing teams. 


• 3 years logistics experience.


• Must poses strong communication and problem-solving skills.


• Customer service skills with a positive, persuasive and credible attitude.


• Strong computer literacy and the ability to utilize standard office systems.


• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred 

• 5+ years of experience in the agriculture supply chain industry with increasing responsibility.


• 2+ years people management experience.

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