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Logistics and Raw Material Manager

Saint-Gobain
10 hours ago
On-site
Norwood, MA, United States
$92,000 - $159,040 USD yearly
Indeed

WHY DO WE NEED YOU? Position Summary The Logistics and Raw Material Manager is responsible for leading warehouse, shipping, receiving, finished goods inventory, raw material planning, and inventory control activities. This role ensures materials and finished products are safely received, stored, managed, and shipped while maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting uninterrupted production, and meeting customer service expectations. The position provides leadership for logistics and warehouse operations and is accountable for safety, inventory management, workforce planning, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Duties Lead finished goods and raw material inventory management to maintain inventory accuracy and achieve established targets. Oversee warehouse, shipping, receiving, and logistics operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective material flow. Manage raw material planning, supplier coordination, and inventory levels to support uninterrupted production. Direct third-party warehouse, transportation, and carrier relationships to meet customer service and delivery requirements. Lead inventory control processes, including cycle counts, physical inventories, and corrective actions. Supervise, coach, and develop warehouse, logistics, and planning personnel while overseeing staffing and performance management. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards, including oversight of material handling equipment. Manage logistics-related costs, budgets, and capital projects to support operational and financial objectives. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, service, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency. Partner with cross-functional teams to achieve plant and business objectives. IS THIS JOB FOR YOU? Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and experience will be considered. Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in logistics, warehouse operations, inventory management, materials planning, supply chain, or manufacturing leadership. Experience leading warehouse, shipping, receiving, inventory control, and raw material planning functions. Demonstrated leadership experience in employee development, performance management, workforce planning, and team engagement. Proficiency with ERP systems, inventory management tools, and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel. Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and decision-making skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting a high-volume or 24/7 manufacturing environment. Knowledge of transportation management, carrier relations, freight operations, and third-party warehousing. Experience managing cycle counts, physical inventories, inventory accuracy initiatives, and inventory reconciliation processes. Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, service, and cost reduction. Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, or similar operational excellence methodologies. Physical Requirements Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, and moving equipment. Ability to frequently walk throughout production, warehouse, shipping, and receiving areas. Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Ability to work safely around forklifts and other material handling equipment. TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN At Saint-Gobain, we are committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families through a comprehensive benefits package. Health & Well-Being Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness programs and resources Paid Time Off and…

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