Logistics Supervisor | DuraMag | Waterville, ME

Regular Employee | Salary Non-Exempt

Who we are

At we are driven to deliver, and as the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis brings people, goods, and services where they need to be.

We are strengthened by nine industry-leading brands -- , , , , , , , , and . Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, and every ride.

Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road - for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.

and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward - leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

What you'll do

As the Logistics Supervisor for (A Shyft Group Brand) based in , you will enjoy providing communication and logistics coordination between internal departments and key external transportation partners.

You will serve as the primary contact point for all domestic and international freight movements, as well as compliance matters regarding imports and exports. In addition, you will be accountable for coordinating with the 3PL provider to receive, resolve, and report on customer and supplier inquiries concerning freight disputes, shipment returns, and replacements.

You will also:

• Organize team meetings to discuss logistics performance in relation to KPIs
• Partner with Material Distribution to coordinate parts delivery activities
• Support inventory reduction initiatives
• Reduce supplier past due part shipments, including internal part shortages.
• Coordinate inbound shipment processes
• Ensure the highest levels of performance in the areas of cost reduction, on-time delivery, availability, lead-times, and customer satisfaction
• Track shipments and establish standard reporting to ensure on-time pick-up and delivery
• Proactively follow up on freight problems and communicate issues to all parties.
• Timely review and process freight invoices for accuracy
• Monitor shipment transactions for accuracy
• Examine expenditures and other financial information with a focus on continuous improvement
• Develop plans, policies, and budgets for increasing profits and improving services.
• Suggest policies and standards to ensure the safety of production parts and hazardous materials
• Verify and resolve complaints related to carriers and shipments
• Support parts packaging related requests.
• Coordinate the internal cycle count and physical inventory activities
• Identify ways to reduce raw material while focusing on economic order quantities.
• Minimize supplier past due shipments and help monitor internal parts shortage issues
• Prepare all required reports and correspondence related to logistics activity
• Collaborate with finance to ensure company transportation is registered, insured, and inspected
• Support drivers with any logistics while they are out on the road

Learn more about The Shyft Group, Magnum/ DuraMag and Waterville, ME by exploring the Learn More section below.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge of third-party logistics (3PL) providers' capabilities and business practices
• Expertise in overseeing multiple shipping and receiving locations
• Results-oriented and a commitment to providing excellent customer support.
• Understanding of financial implications of logistics and inventory
• A track record of planning and handle multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Attention to detail, versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
• Intermediate computer skills and proficiency Microsoft Office
• Sound judgment with the ability to make timely, and sometimes difficult, decisions
• Able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Leadership attributes and interpersonal skills
• Willing to travel occasionally

Learn More

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The Shyft Group

Duramag

Waterville, ME

Why The Shyft Group?
We believe that when our people thrive personally and professionally, our business thrives. We are committed to offering comprehensive benefits programs that stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.

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