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Manufacturing Logistics Manager

The Transportation and Logistics Manager will oversee and manage the transportation and logistics operations for internal transfers and purchase materials to support manufacturing. This role is essential in ensuring the efficient and timely movement of goods, materials, and resources throughout the supply chain, from procurement to production and delivery.

What Will You Do

• Develop and implement transportation and logistics strategies, policies, and procedures to optimize supply chain efficiency and minimize costs.
• Plan and coordinate transportation operations, including carrier selection, routing, scheduling, and freight negotiation.
• Manage logistics operations, including warehousing, inventory management, and order fulfillment.
• Monitor and track shipments, orders, and inventory levels using transportation and logistics management systems.
• Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and carriers to ensure on-time delivery of materials and components.
• Implement inventory management techniques, such as ABC analysis, cycle counting, and just-in-time (JIT) inventory control.
• Lead and supervise transportation and logistics teams, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure performance and productivity.
• Conduct performance analysis and KPI tracking for transportation and logistics operations, measuring key metrics such as on-time delivery, fill rate, inventory turnover, and transportation costs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and industry regulations governing transportation, warehousing, and distribution activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, manufacturing, sales, and customer service, to align transportation and logistics activities with business goals and production schedules.
• Evaluate and select transportation service providers, carriers, and third-party logistics (3PL) partners, negotiating contracts and service level agreements (SLAs).

What Do You Need?

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Transportation and Logistics Manager or in a similar role within manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of transportation and logistics management principles, practices, and tools.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in transportation and logistics management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Professional certification in logistics or supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CSCMP).

Who We Are

At Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Ready to grow? You’ve come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you’ll learn from the best in the business.

Apply today and find your home at Ashley!

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity
• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
• Dirty Fingernail
• Growth Focused

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:

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We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.

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**Job Description** :
***Remote position with 40-50% travel to customer locations. Preferred candidates would live in proximity to the cities listed in the job description OR willing to relocate to the areas.***
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**Summary**
The **Manager Logistics** is responsible to manage all activities associated with the efficient operation of accounts. This includes P&L responsibility, ensuring customer satisfaction, compliance, employee relations and safety.
In addition to a comprehensive benefit package, a 401(K) Savings Plan with a company match, discounted stock purchase options and performance-based annual cost of living increases, we are proud to offer:
+ Comprehensive training and the ability to continue your professional development
+ Regional and local Ryder resources to help guide and support as we grow this offering.
+ The stability and peace-of-mind that comes with working for a World-Class, Fortune 500 organization that has been in business for over 85 years with over 36,000 employees worldwide.
+ 12 weeks of paid maternity leave.
+ Additional day of Paid Time Off for Military Veterans.
We are seeking the best and most promising candidates to provide creativity, agility and superior customer service that will exceed our Customer's expectation. If you possess a strong work ethic and a burning desire to succeed and grow your career, then we have an opportunity for **YOU!**
You **MUST** be willing to commit yourself to align with our core values: Trust, Innovation, Expertise, Collaboration and Safety. The ability to embrace and utilize Technology as part of your daily routine is crucial.
In addition, **YOU** are the management and professional representative of the Ryder organization.
If your work experience and/or education aligns with the Requirements and Responsibilities listed below, **APPLY NOW!**
**Essential Functions**
+ Manage the performance of salaried employees as well as hourly paid employees under his/her responsibility, resolve performance issues, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
+ Collaborate with senior management and customers to determine their needs and expectations and operate the account to meet those demands.
+ Be responsible for the payroll of employees.
+ Analyze weekly and monthly P&L statement to determine account profitability, and provide financial data and weekly operations report to senior management.
+ Be responsible for accounts payable, vendor quotes for purchased materials, and customer invoicing.
+ Hold Safety & Security meetings, provide safety training and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
**Additional Responsibilities**
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Must be available to work on a flexible schedule on the various work shifts
**Skills and Abilities**
+ Builds and manages effective teams
+ Strong leadership and motivating skills
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Bilingual, English and French (for Quebec locations only)
+ Effective interpersonal skills
+ Excellent interpersonal skills within a diverse team environment
+ Demonstrates problem solving skills
+ Demonstrates analytical skills
+ Excellent organizational skills
+ Ability to prioritize, structure and schedule tasks to maximize effort and meet deadlines
+ Must be computer literate and able to use the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel & Word required)
+ Excellent knowledge of Transportation and/or Warehouse Logistics operations advanced required
+ Excellent knowledge of safety and security requirements advanced required
**Qualifications**
+ H.S. diploma/GED required
+ Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred
+ Three (3) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required
+ Two (2) years or more managing and leading direct reports required
+ Excellent knowledge of Transportation and/or Warehouse Logistics operations. advanced required
+ Excellent knowledge of safety and security requirements. advanced required
**DOT Regulated:** No
**_Compensation: Salary is determined based on internal equity; internal salary ranges; market data/ranges; applicant's skills; prior relevant experience; certain degrees or certifications, etc._**
**_Salaries may be supplemented with a 10% annual bonus as applicable and/or as business conditions allow._**
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**Job Category:** Logistics
**Compensation Information** :
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
**Pay Type** :
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range:
$75K
Maximum Pay Range:
$90K
Benefits Information:
**For all Full-time positions only** : Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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Are you a finance-savvy problem solver who gets energized by turning complex data into powerful business decisions? Do you have a passion for supply chain operations and want to make an impact where innovation and execution go hand in hand? Join a forward-thinking defense and technology organization that's driving real-world results on a global scale. If you're ready to put your skills to work in a high-impact role on a team that values agility, accuracy, and continuous improvementthis is your opportunity to lead from the front.

What You'll Do:

• Consolidate, review, and report supply chain financial data from ERP and accounting platforms.
• Lead monthly forecasting processes and analyze variances to plan.
• Create and present financial visuals (charts, graphs, dashboards) to support operational decisions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams on procurement, receiving, MRP, and cost estimating tasks.
• Analyze supply and demand trends to enhance planning accuracy.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelors degree required.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain finance, procurement, or related functions.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookup, macros, etc.).
• Familiarity with financial modeling, budgeting, and variance analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SAP S4/HANA and supply chain systems.
• Power BI or similar business intelligence tools.
• CPSM certification or related credential.
• Experience in supplier or subcontract management.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm

Why You Should Apply:

This is more than just a finance roleits your opportunity to influence key business decisions while collaborating with industry professionals in a high-impact role. If you're looking for long-term potential with room to grow, apply now and take the next step in your career journey.