Senior Manager, Logistics and Warehouse (WA)

Darigold is seeking a Senior Manager, Logistics & Warehouse to join our team. The Senior Manager, Logistics & Warehouse is part of the Supply Chain team and is responsible for the ongoing operational needs, goals and initiatives of the Logistics and Warehousing group.  This position manages multiple third-party logistics (3PL) warehouse sites to deliver safe and efficient services on behalf of Darigold.

As a member of the Supply Chain team, this leader is an advocate for sound business practices and is a change catalyst to deliver sustainable continuous improvement.  The Senior Manager, Logistics & Warehouse develops improvement ideas for implementation as well as executes the ideas of others. This position requires close collaboration with all Darigold internal functions, including but not limited to: Sales, Legal, Internal Audit, Operations, Finance, Human Resources, IT and Supply Chain.

What You Will Do:

• Manage the performance of assigned 3PL logistics and warehousing facilities and supporting individual site managers.
• Interact with the Commercial team to communicate delivery and service needs from responsible facilities.
• Work closely with planning and deployment to monitor and enhance facilities utilization.
• Aid in the development of an inventory strategy for warehousing and delivery with a focus on overall customer service at the lowest cost.
• Develop and maintain metrics/reports for logistics and warehousing.
• Collaborate within the Supply Chain leadership team to establish Darigold best practice standards; ensure implementation & compliance to established standards within responsible facilities.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Implement EDI connectivity and ensure adequate traceability and functionality within partner WMS systems to comply with Darigold standards.
• Manage and understand the department’s expenses to within budgeted levels, including invoice approvals and supplies.
• Work closely with other departments in the implementation of sales/production forecasting for customers.
• Develop skills and capabilities of subordinate employees.
• Maintain a professional working relationship with co-workers, customers and vendors.
• Demonstrate a high degree of initiative and flexibility.

 What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree or higher, or relevant field experience in lieu of.
• 5 years of Logistics and Warehousing experience managing 3PL providers. Dairy/cold chain perishable goods industry experience is a plus.
• 2 years of experience leading direct warehouse operations.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel. Excellent understanding of Oracle ERP and industry leading WMS systems.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• A self-starter and creative thinker who requires minimal supervision, able to handle multiple assignments and achieve goals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to handle conflict while maintaining a calm, professional approach to understanding issues and facilitate getting all involved parties back on track towards a solution.
• Demonstrated ability to be detail oriented while exhibiting sound and practical business judgment, focusing on achieving the strategic objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Executive presence and professionalism with the ability to crisply articulate positions and build rapport quickly.
• A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to establish and implement robust standards.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to travel when needed.

 Benefits of Working at Darigold:

We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We’re proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• 401k competitive employer matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
• Employer paid life & disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Education assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement where applies (up to 2 days/week after initial 90 days and approval by hiring manager and HR)
• Access to great dairy products & participation in our employee butter purchase program
• Compensation range: $118,929 - $178,393 (individual wage based on previous experience, knowledge and skills)

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify - please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish.

Salary : $118,929 - $178,393