At Orbia, purpose is what draws us together and drives us every single day. Everywhere we are, we are thinking big and working smart to solve some of the toughest challenges. This is where your abilities can be developed. Where your ambitions can be realized. Where you can own your part in our transformation. Where you can find a diverse, global community of teammates who are making a difference with you. And where you'll be taken care of as you take care of bringing purpose to life.
Logistics Manager - Location: St. Gabriel, LouisianaKey Responsibilities: - Logistics Coordination & Execution: Oversee planning, coordination, and execution of all logistics activities related to Raw Materials, Finished Goods, Spare Parts, and Equipment. This includes managing both inbound and outbound logistics operations.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensure safety protocols are adhered to during all receiving, shipping, and delivery processes.
- Supplier & Vendor Management: Collaborate with suppliers to meet customer needs while staying within budget constraints. Manage supplier relationships to optimize performance and cost-efficiency.
- Transportation & Fleet Management: Organize and oversee transport logistics for trading and intercompany shipments. Responsible for managing the US fleet to support operational needs.
- Customs & Compliance: Coordinate all import/export customs processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and efficient shipping.
- On-Time Delivery: Drive on-time shipping, delivery, and overall customer satisfaction by optimizing logistics processes.
- Strategic Scenario Planning: Develop scenarios and strategies to enable flexible, on-demand logistics planning to adapt to business needs.
The role will span the US region for Orbia F&EM, playing a crucial part in transforming the business from a traditional large-scale chemical's operation into a more agile, purpose-driven, future-ready, and customer-focused organization. It supports a diverse, multi-product portfolio with global supply chains and complex regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include organizing and managing shipping and delivery processes with a proactive, collaborative, and customer-centric mindset to enhance customer satisfaction. The role emphasizes strict adherence to budget targets and upholding the highest safety standards.
COMPLEXITY OF THE JOB - Quickly and effectively understand the needs of both internal and external customers.
- Ensure on-time, in-full deliveries while staying within budget.
- Handle supply disruptions by developing alternative solutions in response to external challenges beyond the company's control.
- Communicate clearly and manage expectations effectively.
M MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES - Collaborate closely with the Global Team to stay aligned with strategic and operational objectives.
- Exhibit proactive behaviors and take initiative to maximize customer satisfaction, optimize costs, and enhance business value.
- Efficiently manage day-to-day activities while organizing and prioritizing special requirements.
- Ensure the logistics function adheres to safety, compliance, ethical standards, and both internal and external audit requirements.
- Collaborate with Service Delivery Managers across regions, sharing best practices and providing support and guidance as needed.
- Take a hands-on approach to ensure all activities are completed on time and in full, delivering outstanding service to customers.
- Oversee the leasing, inspection, maintenance, testing, repairs, and decommissioning of the US F&EM fleet.
- Proactively identify and resolve both short- and long-term issues affecting customer service, implementing necessary changes and effectively influencing stakeholders to drive continuous improvement. Clearly communicate values, standards, and behaviors.
- Build and strengthen relationships with suppliers and service providers, focusing on total value and continuous improvement. Conduct regular reviews to uphold high standards in safety, delivery, and cost-efficiency.
- Manage the department's budget, consistently seeking value and cost optimization.
- Support and fulfil any additional tasks as directed by the Service Delivery Director.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the ERP system, ensuring adherence to recording procedures.
- Ensure compliance with quality systems.
- Monitor, report, and follow up on key performance indicators (KPIs).
EDUCATION Minimum: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
Desirable: ACSAP or other formal logistics certification, along with experience in shipping, international trade, and/or supply chain management.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED - In-depth knowledge of logistics, shipping, customs, and Incoterms.
- Experience with SAP HANA or similar ERP systems.
- Familiarity with ISO-tank operations and the shipping/handling of pressurized gases is a significant advantage.
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and business analytics, are a distinct advantage.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED At least three years of experience in end-to-end logistics (shipping, storage, customs, contracting, and freight cost management). Experience with import and export requirements. The compensation for this position will typically range from $115,000-$125,000/yr. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity.The compensation package may also include short and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, short- and long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program. At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home. If you are excited about this role and your experience and competencies somewhat align with the qualification in the posting, we encourage you to apply. Everywhere you are, you bring your unique skills, talents and perspective to moving your career, the company, people and the planet forward. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles! We believe that every voice matters; every community deserves respect; and every challenge is an opportunity and united by empathy, we are stronger for our different perspectives. We are dedicated to building a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that supports the needs of all our employees regardless of their role, location, identity and background. Where purpose comes to life, it changes lives. This is what working at Orbia is all about.Orbia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.Dura-Line and Koura have developed and maintain a written Affirmative Action Program (AAP). Orbia's Chief Executive Officer supports the AAP and urges each employee to commit to carrying out the intent of this policy.Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please reach out to our People Team at ...@orbia.com to receive the application form in a more accessible format, or to arrange an accommodation / adjustment to support your participation throughout the recruitment process.Applicants and employees of this company are protected under Federal law from discrimination on protected grounds. Follow the link(s) above to find out more:
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