Manager, Logistics

SGL Carbon's North American Shared Services Center in Charlotte, North Carolina headquarters SGL Carbon, LLC in  North America. The Shared Services Center is comprised of approximately 50 employees who support the SGL Carbon Business Units by providing quality services, leadership and accountability through excellence, teamwork, open and continuous communication, integrity and passion for success.  All key administrative functions are represented at the Charlotte, NC site.

Summary of Job Content: 

Oversee and optimize distribution and transportation operations. This role involves coordinating with carriers, managing vendor relationships, and driving process improvements for cost-effective and timely deliveries. The position requires strong knowledge of transportation operations and distribution operations, experience with 3PL providers and regional delivery coordination, and proficiency with logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite. As an international operating group, a strong Logistics knowledge of import and export operations is crucial. The position works closely with the Global Trade Organization. Support up to 7 plants with warehouse logistics. 

Roles/Key Accountabilities

Act as a regional Logistics representative for NA within the cross-Business Unit (BU) Shared Services team, aiming at defining and implementing new ways of working, leading the communication, training, change elements, and metrics/KPI reporting to ensure successful and cost-effective delivery.
Monitor end-to-end logistics flows (receiving and deliveries) and ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries 
Build up and deploy capabilities to improve our end-to-end logistics flows to efficiently manage key performance Indicators (lead time, on-time delivery, total landed cost, etc.).
Maintain and build an integral resilient and efficient logistics network that meets business requirements and enhances operational capabilities, cost efficiency, and carbon footprint.
Strengthen customer care, order to delivery experience by establishing a strong relationship with all logistics service providers as well as by managing and supervising all logistic service providers in NA for all SGL NA sites (including Accounts Payables coordination).
Guiding compliant flow of goods through customs (import & export) for all plants.
Strengthen SGL’s resilience by developing a compliance and risk management culture and preparing business continuity plans.
Collaborate with IT and regional stakeholders to support the implementation and integration of logistics systems like TMS/WMS.
Effectively leads, mentors and develops employees regarding Logistics topics through training, establishes objectives, and communicates Logistics policies and procedures while building employee morale, motivation, and commitment.
Develops reviews and recommends methods of operational improvement involving equipment, systems, corrections, activities, and practices within the functional areas within their responsibility. Emphasizes safety in all aspects of the operation through direction and review.
Ensures compliance with all national, state, and local laws and regulations, such as OSHA, EPA, and other agencies as well as internal policies and standard operating procedures.
Coordinate and ensure proper execution of Supply Chain logistics processes and Standard Operating procedures (transportation, warehousing, loading optimization, packaging, etc.).
Liaise with key stakeholders in Procurement, Field Operations, Supply Chain, Controlling, and other functions to resolve logistics issues as they arise, as well as day-to-day challenges and opportunities to business plans.
Lead the logistics community for all BU/Plants in NA and contribute to the global logistics community to enable best practice sharing, facilitate training, and develop logistics culture within SGL.
Develop and implement continuous improvement methods that optimize logistics processes and tools to meet company objectives for quality, cost, responsiveness, and growth.
Maintain the effectiveness of the logistics processes, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring ongoing high-quality integrated business plans.

Skills:

Experience in end-to-end supply chain/ logistics
Knowledge of import/ export requirements
Knowledge of Logistics related safety and legal requirements
Experience with SAP, MS Word, Excel, Project Management, and Analytics software
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to successfully prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. 
Ability to work well with and respect different cultures (intercultural sensitivity)
Skilled in handling confidential business matters and information with discretion Experience with digital innovations
Impeccable ethics, integrity, and standards
Fluent in English and preferably other languages
Solid proficiency in Office365, SharePoint and preferably other Google Workspace/Office software/applications.

Experience/Other:

4-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Supply Chain or similar discipline
10 years’ experience in Logistics
Microsoft Office Suite certification preferred
Experience with SAP and/or Cargobase is an advantage
Experience in managing / implementing TMS/WMS is an advantage
Experience in establishing “CONTROL TOWER” like process for Import and Export shipments is an advantage

Work Environment:

Essential functions of this job
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, use hands and fingers, stoop, reach with hands and arms, lift up to 20 pounds including standard office supplies and furniture, close vision with ability to adjust focus; able to remain in a stationary position at least 75% of the working day and occasionally move around the office.
Office Environment - Required to be physically present in office; occasional travel and visits to sites of company, customers, or vendors; must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (up to 15% travel requirement).
Remote working optional at the discretion of management.#CB1

What we offer:

SGL offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical and Prescription Drug coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
• Voluntary Spouse Life insurance
• Voluntary Child Life insurance
• 401k Savings Retirement Plan with employer match
• Vacation days
• Paid Holidays