Logistics Manager
East West Tea CompanyTitle of Role: Logistics Manager Department: Warehouse East West Tea is seeking a talented, passionate, and experienced Logistics Manager. This role is responsible for providing supervision to shipping and receiving warehouse, freight, and inventory control, and includes performance evaluations, evaluating staffing levels, staff scheduling, skill development, and monitoring team performance to achieve logistics KPI’s. WHO WE ARE: We are the well-being company that exists to inspire and enhance everyday life through trust and good will. Our guiding principles, beliefs, and philosophies shape our identity. They are the essence of our culture and define how we do what we do. We are Intentional – we choose to lead with positive intent. Mindful – we are present and aware of how we show up in the world. People – we value and respect all people and communities. Authentic – we are real and transparent with everything we do. Committed – we are committed to quality products while sustaining our planet. Trust – we consistently align our words with our actions. OUR INVESTMENT IN YOU: We have exceptional wellbeing-focused benefits including health, dental, vision and alternative care, life and disability insurance, retirement, paid time off, company picnics, social activities, and a surprise every so often! Who doesn’t love a surprise? This position is located in Eugene, Oregon. We work in a LEED certified facility which prioritizes the planet in our daily operations and optimizes our employee experience while at work. We prioritize sustainability as a business by embedding it into our values, our strategic priorities, our decision-making, and our resource allocations. Our Nourish Market provides employees subsidized healthy lunch and snack options. We commit to our purpose in every aspect of our culture. We have employees that are committed to “Doing Good” in our community and around the world. We are a growing company with products that customers love. We believe in investing in you and your growth and development. WHAT YOU’LL OWN: Process Improvement Oversee shipping, receiving, inventory control and standard storage practices to maximize the flow of product through the facility Design, develop, and monitor processes to ensure top-level performance in Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) like on-time delivery, picking efficiency, freight costs, inventory accuracy Recommend measures to improve warehousing methods and performance including ERP systems to improve efficiency and reduce costs People Management Supervise, train, and motivate employees and team to meet warehouse, inventory, and transportation standards, goals, efficiencies, and customer satisfaction Leads in maintaining relationships including contracts with offsite carriers, warehouses, freight management system, and 3rd party logistics providers Guides, coaches, and develops employees in a worker-friendly environment that rewards performance with respect and trust Cross Functional Work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Customer Service, Sourcing, Quality, Safety and Sales to identify, qualify, and integrate all warehouse and transportation with our network of vendors, suppliers, and customers Work closely with Sourcing to manage the complex inbound international shipments, both FOB and delivered. This includes upfront communication and expectations with vendors, vessels, customer broker, FDA, and arranging the final mile WHAT YOU KNOW AND HAVE EXPERIENCED: Minimum 5yrs experience in Warehouse; Freight and Inventory Management Minimum 3yrs of direct people management or team leadership experience Proficient in WMS and ERP systems Lean manufacturing Forklift and/or boom lift experience with ability to train and evaluate staff Experience in dietary supplement regulations, relating to finished goods material handling YOU’LL BE A GREAT FIT: Strong critical thinking ability to navigate and solve compl…