Logistics Administrator remote jobs - 62 jobs

The Senior Logistics Manager reports to the Director of Operations. This role is responsible for strategically developing, implementing, and maintaining systems that allow for cost effective, efficient movement of raw materials and delivered finished goods within Cascade Steel Scrap (CSRM), a business unit of Radius Recycling. The effective management of two main large warehouses with 550,000 tons of finished steel storage and movements in a unionized environment. The SSCM is responsible for ensuring that CSRM's logistical operations are compliant with the company's Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations. The SSCM must strive for continuous improvement within operations and challenge conventional thinking in order to obtain the most efficient solutions to issues. This position operates within broadly established parameters. The SSCM will oversee the transportation activities of all CSRM facilities to optimize the use of equipment, facilities and personnel in the movement of scrap materials, waste materials, and/or delivered goods. The SSCM ensures that the vehicle and rail fleet are appropriate for the business. Essential Functions Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S) Ensures all CSRM and Radius Recycling Health, Safety and Environmental standards and policies are strictly adhered to. Manage recommendations for improving health, safety, or environmental conditions. Assesses corrective actions and initiates viable solutions. Encourages the reporting of any control violations. Implements and monitors DOT Compliance and safety structures for internal and external fleets. Operational Performance & Best Management Practices Studies and assesses regional transportation structure for trucking and rail movement of scrap material, raw materials and delivered goods. Develop, implement, and monitor tracking systems for equipment and activities. Maintains policies and procedures to ensure efficient operations, maintaining adequate internal controls. Reviews all work requests and determines what requests will be initiated. Utilizes best practices, benchmarks, and metrics (KPIs) to improve organization. Develops and implements plans for a regional transportation infrastructure. Budgeting & Forecasting Responsible for budgeting and forecasting and responsible for service provider negotiations. Liaises with vendors and other corporate departments to perform ROI calculations and cash flow projections. Collaborates with Financial Business Partner(s) to standardize chart of accounts for accurate cost projections, etc., and report to senior management. Oversees inventory turns and cycle counts. Administrative Management Reviews performance of direct reports. Provide performance management. Interviews prospective management and/or production employees. Ensures all training is current. Works with Human Resources personnel to prepare job descriptions. Internal Control Responsibilities Supports the Company's Internal Control process which includes understanding, communicating, and complying with defined internal controls as well as suggesting and making modifications to the policies, procedures and controls to better relate to the business. Communicate upward problems in operations, noncompliance with the code of conduct, or other policy violations or illegal actions. Approve SOX controls. Supervisory Responsibility Direct supervisory authority over logistics departments with focus on finished products and raw material movements. Direct and indirect authority over logistics functions including: Transportation Planner(s) Dispatcher(s) Drivers Interpersonal Contacts Internal contacts include managerial to executive level personnel throughout the Company. External contacts include national vendors, suppliers, contractors, etc. Communicates via phone, email, and face-to-face contact with others, specifically the divisions of the Schnitzer Group. Job Conditions Standard office environment associated with industrial settings. This position can be exposed to all weather conditions. Physical hazards are present due to the equipment and machinery used throughout the scrap yards and the presence of scrap itself. Travel is required, estimated at 25%. In particular frequent travel is expected in between North Portland and McMinnville. Work pressure can be substantial during peak times, requiring considerable adaptability. Disturbances of workflow, and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. Offsite work involves meeting in person with current or potential customers and/or visiting other Schnitzer locations. Handling multiple issues regarding scheduling, safety, and maintenance increases pressure. Physical Activities Required To Perform Essential Functions Ability to: lift and carry up to 10 pounds occasionally; sit for extended periods of time, up to 6-8 hours per day; write by hand and keyboard for extended periods of time, up to 6-8 hours per day; assemble papers, staple, file; apply sufficient force to open and close file drawers. Ability to communicate by speech and hearing continuously. Communication is primarily by phone, email and sometimes in person, with other departments within Radius. Visual acuity needed for close detail work, preparing and analyzing data figures, accounting, and computer use. Qualifications BS degree, preferably in transportation or logistics, or Logistics Certifications similar to APICS, SAPICS and relevant experience in high volume road and rail experience. Eight or more years of experience in transportation or distribution in a manufacturing/materials processing environment. Experience in scrap business and/or steel industry preferred but not required. Minimum five years of experience in truck and rail dispatching preferred. Previous experience required in an industrial/manufacturing environment in an organization with multiple operating units. Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Skills Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize workload. Ability to effectively communicate through oral and written communications. Must be able to understand, speak and write English Solid computer competency including Microsoft Office, in particular Word and Excel, and previous experience with ERP systems. Attention to detail and accuracy Excellent math, organizational, and management skills Tact and ability to communicate on a professional level with employees, vendors, regulatory agencies, and staff of all levels to senior management, both orally and in writing. Ability to obtain and evaluate data on total operations and how to use that information Work under heavy pressure; apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions in controlled situations. This position offers competitive pay along with a variety of benefits including medical, dental and vision plans for both you and your dependents; 401k with company match, Flexible Time Off, and paid holidays. PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age or older and all Canada applicants must be 16 years of age or older. Radius Recycling participates in E-Verify for all U.S. new hires. An offer of U.S. employment by Radius Recycling or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check. All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all U.S. non-union employees. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Radius Recycling does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.