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Sutton Warehousing, a highly trusted supply chain partner serving manufacturers and wholesalers of consumer products sourced and distributed to markets globally, seeks a Vice President of Logistics based in Sayreville, New Jersey. The VP of Logistics will both manage day-to-day operations of the logistics organization and develop the vision and roadmap to support the organization’s long-term strategy and future growth. The VP will manage internal teams across the company as well as external partners including relationships with ocean and air providers.
Strategic responsibilities include: • Develop long-range logistics strategies to support growth • Negotiate ocean contracts and ensure capacity is available to support shipping requirements • Develop and implement best practices to drive efficiency, reduce cost, and improve service • Identify, develop, and implement shipping visibility tools • Help develop, support, and drive the shift of volume to alternative distribution methods Day to Day responsibilities include: • Import of approx. 25M+ units, 5k containers annually • Management of ocean contracts including import logistics • Create transportation capacity strategies and develop contingency plans • Ensure best rates for expedited services when required • Partner with Finance to manage and report on all cost associated with logistics • Develop and utilize KPIsto help drive execution • Ensure ongoing carrier and factory compliance with operating standards and service level agreements. • Standardize logistics processes, ensuring implementation of best practices • Management of customs compliance program and adherence to all governmental policies
Team management responsibilities include: • Ensure talent is exceeding expectations and provide development and coaching • Develop customer service mentality for the team and drive to exceed expectations • Build relationship and trust with cross-functional partners • Build team culture of continuous improvement The Ideal Candidate: • BA/BS degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering or equivalent • 15+ years of experience in managing large logistics organization in a multi-divisional environment • Apparel wholesale/retail/e-commerce supply chain experience a plus • Experience working with Amazon, Walmart, Costco, Target, Major department stores • Proven experience with managing large logistics organizations with similar complexity • Demonstrated track record of successful project deployments with quantifiable results • Ability to manage day to day operations, and multiple cross functional projects simultaneously and determine priorities. • Demonstrated ability to utilize data and metrics to drive decision making and optimization • Experience with Supply Chain Systems, including but not limited to ERP systems • Warehouse & Transportation Management Systems, and Supply Chain visibility tools
Is this the job for you? Email mcuocolo@essutton.com for more details.
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