Vice President of Corporate Logistics and Transportation
Company: Blount Fine Foods
Location: Fall River
Posted on: April 25, 2024
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Job Description:
Description
Bringing our love of food to families for five generations! Blount
Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer,
and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an engaging
team, bringing restaurant-quality products to America including
single-serve grab-n-go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entres in
grocery stores across the country, as well as for hot bars and
restaurants. Help us create the finest food experiences including
those with specialty certifications that include organic,
gluten-free, and low sodium, among others. Join a proven team for
growth, success, and a satisfying career!Summary The Vice President
of Logistics and Transportation is responsible for $80M in
logistics business including the oversight of 10 distribution
locations and a transportation network consisting of a small
customized internal fleet and a reliance on 3rd party carrier
relationships. This individual will also be expected to optimize
Blount s transportation networks for cost-effectiveness and
efficiency, manage the negotiation and procurement of annual
equipment purchase and/or lease programs, develop and implement
innovative technology solutions to better manage driver operations,
safety, and improve service levels to our internal and external
customers, develop and manage partnerships with third party
logistics organizations, and define and articulate operational
vision to set focus and work priorities for Transportation and
Logistics Operations.The Vice President of Logistics and
Transportation will be expected to contribute to the overall growth
and profitability of the company by closely collaborating with all
members of the extended management team, and by actively promoting
and building cross-functional partnerships with other departments.
Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for transportation
and logistics operations aligned with overall business goals.
Develop a network wide optimization program to improve service
levels, reduce costs, and improve efficiencies.Lead and manage
teams responsible for transportation and logistics operations.
Recruit, train, and develop staff in both areas including the
development of a potential future successor. Lead through data and
analytics. Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for both
transportation and logistics operations.Evaluate and implement
technological solutions to improve service levels, reduce costs and
improve efficiencies.Manage Logistics
P&L statement of $80m annual spend. Identify opportunities to
optimize spending and generate value creation ideas.Implement
continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes and overall
efficiency of the logistics function. Promote a culture of
innovation and efficiency within the transportation and logistics
teams.Stay up to date on industry trends and emerging technologies,
identifying opportunities to leverage automation, digitalization,
and analytics to drive process efficiencies and enhance overall
logistics capabilities.Determine future space requirements and
position of finished and raw goods inventories at all warehouses.
Standardize procedures to improve efficiency of systems and staff
throughout the network.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to
ensure accurate demand forecasting, inventory planning,
replenishment to minimize stock outs. Ensure sound inventory
management, product movement reconciliation, and control processes
to maximize inventory accuracy (quantity and value) to meet client
expectations.Oversee all logistic vendor/service providers to
ensure high quality of service to internal and external
customers.Negotiate and implement logistics vendor agreements
providing advantageous financial terms and the lowest total cost
while also supporting quality operational performance. Establish
vendor KPI s and quarterly performance reviews to effectively
evaluate and manage partnerships.Ensure all logistics policies,
procedures and operations are compliant with all applicable laws
and statutory regulations.Education and/or Experience Bachelor s
degree in business, supply chain management, logistics, operations
management, or related field 5+ years of progressive Logistics
experience. Advanced knowledge of logistics principles, theories,
and processes. Must have strong negotiation skills and the ability
to mediate situations among suppliers, employees, and others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability
to lead, influence and motivate others.Cross-functional business
team environment experience preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft
Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint Our Total Compensation Package
Includes:Medical, dental and vision benefits.401k with Company
match.Paid time off including vacation, sick time and
holidays.Education Assistance Program.Life Insurance and Short-Term
Disability.Discounts on Blount products at Company retail
location.Discretionary Annual Bonus Program.
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