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DIRECTOR DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICS

SMALLEY STEEL RING COMPANY
Zurich, IL Other
POSTED ON 3/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2025

Job Details

Job Location:    Smalley LZ - Lake Zurich, IL
Position Type:    Full Time
Salary Range:    Undisclosed
Job Shift:    Office
Job Category:    Distribution - Shipping

Description

About us

Smalley Steel Ring Company stands at the forefront of the industrial retaining ring and wave/compression spring manufacturing industry. Our success is propelled by our inventive spirit, devoted team members, extensive engineering proficiency, and technical ability, cultivated by over 100 years of manufacturing expertise in aerospace, automotive, and many other industries. We are proud of our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality products, relentless pursuit of improvement, and unwavering dedication to providing excellent service to our valued customers around the world.

Why Smalley?

At Smalley, we take pride in cultivating an inclusive work environment that values creativity, collaboration, and diversity. We believe in our associates' unique perspectives that they bring to every challenge, which is why we will empower you to push the boundaries of what is possible. We are committed to nurturing an enjoyable work atmosphere at our facility demonstrated through activities such as Spirit Days, Cancer Awareness events, Health and Wellness activities, and fun sports opportunities such as basketball and ping pong tournaments!

We Offer

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package as well as: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, and more!
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth
  • Ongoing learning and training and development opportunities
  • Company and department led team-building activities and events

Responsibilities:

 

  • Directly manages domestic and international Freight Carrier relationships, including but not limited to cost (rates), quality (damages), and service (on time)
  • Responsible for regulatory issues related to the international supply chain including import, export tariffs, and Customs Broker relationships
  • Strategize and collaborate with foreign locations to ensure the efficient and effective distribution of products globally
  • Actively participates in the creation and implementation of strategic leadership initiatives
  • Monitor and sustain optimum performance levels, adequate expense levels, space, equipment, staffing levels, and overhead to meet the annual budgetary plan for Distribution
  • Develop and analyze key metrics for the distribution center and ensure established goals are met in the areas of performance, quality, safety, customer satisfaction, and budgetary plan
  • Implement changes to improve productivity and reduce cost and waste; direct the establishment and implementation of distribution center standards
  • Keep current on information and technology affecting functional areas to increase innovation and make appropriate recommendations to leadership as necessary
  • Partners with Directors of Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations to develop and implement best practices related to order flow management and lean operation principles
  • Works with the Quality department to maintain high standards
  • Partners with the Sales, Customers Service, and Purchasing teams to deliver superior customer service and on-time delivery of high-quality products both domestically and internationally

Qualifications


Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or business related field
  • 10 years of experience in an Operations or Manufacturing role
  • 5 years of project management experience
  • 5 years of supervisory experience
  • 5 years of finance management principles with budgeting
  • Deep expertise in efficient resource utilization, scheduling, unit production planning/forecasting and supply chain
  • Must be willing to be onsite 100%
  • Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis

Apply today and discover the opportunities that await you!

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $175,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. This role is bonus/and or incentive eligible.

EEO/Affirmative Action Smalley is an equal opportunity employer and believes in equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Accordingly, all employment decisions are based on the principles of equal opportunity. These decisions include recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, discipline, compensation, benefits, training, and other personnel actions involving persons in all job titles and shall occur without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, ancestry, marital status, or any other legally protected class as recognized by applicable law.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, paid holidays, paid time off and 401(k).

*Should you need further assistance to apply to any of our job postings or have any general questions, please contact us at 847-719-5900.

Salary : $100,000 - $175,000

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