Logistics Supervisor

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Logistics Supervisor will be responsible for directing and coordinating all incoming and outgoing freight, and oversight of all aspects of the logistics department.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in the success of the overall manufacturing and distribution site. They should work well both independently and as part of a team, and be well organized and have strong attention to detail. They will have success in managing multiple internal relationships and competing demands while ensuring deadlines are met.

Position Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise activities of the logistics/warehouse team.
• Responsible for arranging and receiving all inbound/outbound shipments to include:
• Arranging Transportation.
• Contacting the pickup locations.
• Receiving the loads into the inventory system.
• Inspect shipments to ensure that all customer expectations are met.
• Post and prepare documentation required for shipping and receiving to include but not limited to Bills of Lading (BOL), weights and shipping charges.
• Responsible for maintaining the storage of finished and raw material inventory in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and BRC standards.
• Responsible for making sure all equipment (Forklifts, Yard Trucks, Safety Equipment, etc) is maintained and used properly.
• Responsible for maintaining the Warehouses, Docks, Truck Parking Lot, and Leased Trailers in accordance with GMP and BRC Standards.
• Assist Management in effectively leading, developing, and coaching team to achieve key goals and objectives ensuring company standards for shipment quality. Ensure focus on employee training and development.
• All employees are directly responsible for the Quality of Olam Edible Nuts products. Each employee must perform their job in accordance with the GMP Rules and the Sanitation, Safety and HACCP Programs.
• Ensure a safe work environment and collaborate with the Safety department to meet corporate goals and governmental standards, including but not limited to, right to know, emergency evacuation, electrical safety, confined space, blood borne pathogens, and lockout/tagout.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Position Requirements

• Strong people management, communication, motivational, and customer service skills are required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Two (2) years of experience in warehouse operations, transportation management and/or supply chain management is required, including two to five years’ supervisory experience with a diverse employee population
• Food manufacturing experience preferred
• Familiarity with Safety and Food Safety programs is required.
• Ability to operate a forklift is required.
• Proficient in computer program literacy including but not limited to Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  
  

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: US-Talent.Acquisition@ofi.com

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.