We’re looking for a team-oriented individual to join our Logistics in-house operations. This position is responsible for owning and optimizing our 3rd party warehouse network to ensure timely and efficient delivery of our product. Responsibilities will range from financial and relationship management of our 3rd party partners, to analyzing key warehouse metrics and identifying areas of opportunity to standardize the network. Finally, this role will be involved in the analysis of customer chargebacks and identification of root cause for corrective action. It is understood that this position will play a key role in - and be accountable for - achieving annual company goals as they pertain to sales, margin, and customer service.

　　Responsibilities

　　Management of 3rd party warehouse partner relationship – including but not limited to: contract rate compliance, bi-weekly cadence calls with critical warehouse partners, KPI and contract terms monitoring and adherence

　　Identify, track, and collect warehouse chargebacks due to non-compliance of SOPs

　　Financial ownership of annual warehouse budget and adherence

　　Customer Logistics – act as the logistics liaison between our internal and external supply chain partners, focusing on supply chain efficiencies with our customer base

　　Back up support for Transportation Management System planning function

　　Work in tandem with the procurement team on potential future warehouse RFPs (Requests for Proposal)

　　Monitor and report warehouse dock performance, identifying areas for improvement

　　Lead and participate in supply chain efficiency and cost savings projects

　　Communicate thoroughly across functions, specifically with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Customer Operations, Accounting and Sales

　　Achieve overall corporate as well as specific functional goals

　　Identify opportunities to improve procedures and policies that add value to the business

　　Serve as a key team member and representative of the Logistics team for projects and initiatives focusing on key customer programs, new product support, etc.

　　Requirements

　　Above all, this person must possess the highest levels of integrity and character with a limitless amount of energy and creativity. Honed analytical problem-solving skills are essential. A strong desire and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Team oriented, collegial, and collaborative traits a must. Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks with high attention to detail.

　　Position requirements

　　Candidate will require the ability to rapidly develop an in-depth knowledge of company products and business operations. The position requires team and individual leadership skills as well as a strong sense of urgency in all matters related to the health of the business. Supply Chain experience in a consumer food or beverage company is a plus.

　　Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, or related discipline

　　3-5 years of Logistics experience – emphasis on warehousing specific to 3rd party warehouse operations

　　Financial acumen specific to warehouse / logistics operations preferred

　　Ability to work in a company with an entrepreneurial/non-structured environment

　　Excellent written and verbal communication skills

　　Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, as well as web-based applications – strong Excel background required, previous experience in NetSuite preferred

　　Position will be in office based in Newton, MA, with the ability to work remotely one day a week.

　　Ability to travel for work (<10%)

　　Benefits

　　In addition to the salary range for this position ($60,000 - $75,000), Spindrift offers the following compensation and benefits:

　　Short-term and long-term incentive programs specific to level and department

　　Medical, dental and vision insurance, with a current employer contribution rate of 80% towards monthly premiums, regardless of plan type selected

　　Company-paid life insurance and a 401k retirement savings plan

　　Monthly cell phone allowance

　　Annual allowances for personal use of Spindrift product, health and wellness, professional development and social justice education

　　A host of voluntary benefits including but not limited to additional life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, etc.

　　In addition to any paid leave benefits required by regulation, the company provides paid parental leave, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, community service, and holiday time