Mgr II, Logistics

Logistics Operations Manager

This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and leading Smurfit Westrocks logistics planning / operations department. The Logistics Operations Manager will lead all logistics activities necessary for the timely and efficient transportation of products, driving operational execution and cost-saving initiatives across the supply chain while balancing service and financial expectations. The Logistics Operations Manager will lead a team of Logistics Planners.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock :

Forming a high-performing team for the purpose of achieving company goals, meeting changing business demands, and delivering consistent results in challenging environments

Developing operational efficiency improvements utilizing OTM technology

Producing reports for senior management concerning logistics, operations, metrics, and budgets to measure / communicate progress against goals

Managing relationships with carriers, suppliers, and manufacturing facilities

Developing and implementing logistics cost reduction and process improvement programs to improve bottom-line performance

Identifies and prioritizes logistics needs and communicates recommendations to senior management to achieve efficient product distribution

Establish a relationship and ongoing communication with carrier base and third-party logistics companies for daily shipment status, issue resolution, and capacity requirements

Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures for the department, to include the maintenance of training manuals, daily logistics planner playbook, facility profiles, and carrier / 3PL contact information in line with best practices

Ability to partner with business owners and lead cross-functional teams; interacts regularly with Customer Service, Regional Logistics Managers (RLMs), Supply Chain, Mills, and Plants

Monitor the efficiency, quantity, and cost of the movement of goods

Analyze data to monitor carrier performance and trends. Work with RLMs and Procurement to develop corrective actions for negative-trending carriers

Monitor mill and in-transit inventory levels

Work with the OTM team for continued improvements with the OTM system

Analyze logistical problems and develop corrective actions / solutions

Serve as a liaison with internal manufacturing facilities and internal customers

What you need to succeed :

Bachelors degree from a four-year college or university

5+ years of supervisory experience

5 years of expertise utilizing, maintaining, and / or implementing TMS (preferably OTM).

Ability to analyze, design, test, and recommend transportation network solutions

Strong knowledge of industry trends and best practices

Extensive transportation knowledge of truckload, rail, intermodal, dedicated fleets, and international shipments

Hands-on experience with Oracle Transportation Management (OTM), strongly preferred

Cognos and JD Edwards experience a plus

What we offer :

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence

Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities

An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential

A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE : SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose : Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.