What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Operations Manager position at Medline?
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced leader to oversee the planning and management of global supply chain operations at Medline Industries, LP. The successful candidate will develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supply Chain Planning
- Develop and implement short- and long-term supply plans to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products to customers.
- Monitor and analyze inventory levels to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Team Leadership
- Directly manage professional employees/teams or non-professional employees through supervisors.
- Oversee day-to-day operations of a group of employees.
- Communication and Collaboration
- Communicate with senior Inventory Management and service issues with short- and long-term recommendations on resolution.
- Work collaboratively with other Medline divisions and functions to ensure business success.
Requirements:
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Experience
- At least 4 years manufacturing, distribution, or purchasing experience.
- Experience in managing global supply chain operations.
- Experience demonstrating knowledge level of MRP, buying, supply and demand management, and forecasting.
- Skills and Abilities
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages.
- Advanced level skill in Microsoft Excel.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Work Experience
- At least 2 years of experience directly managing people, including hiring, developing, motivating, and directing people as they work.
- Experience in import logistics, inventory planning, and transportation.
- Knowledge and Skills
- Experience with SAP.
