Director - Logistics

As an S&C Electric team member, you’ll work on projects that have real-world impact. You’ll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We’re big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively. 

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner

Hours 

• 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) On-site with Flexibility 

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $182820 - $242178.2. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&C’s annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as Director-Logistics!

Are you passionate about Supply and Logistics?  S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Production Operations team. As Director-Logistics, you’ll be crucial in ensuring continued innovation and supporting our diverse team.

The Global Logistics, Warehouse and Transportation Director is responsible for leading and optimizing the company's global logistics, warehousing and transportation operations.  This role ensures transformational change of warehousing with cost-effective, efficient and compliant movement of materials, components and finished goods across global markets.  The Director will drive strategic initiatives to enhance supply chain agility, minimize risks and improve service levels while ensuring adherence to industry regulations and company policies.  

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy Leadership and Execution 

·    Develop and execute global logistics, warehousing and transportation strategies that align with overall business objectives.  

·    Identify and implement best practices to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce costs and enhance delivery performance.

·    Establish KPIs, reporting mechanisms and performance dashboards to measure operational effectiveness.  

·    Lead initiatives to optimize distribution networks, inventory management and fulfillment processes.  

·    Oversee global trade compliance, customs regulations and cross-border logistics to mitigate risks.  

Warehouse and Inventory Management

·    Define, champion and manage stakeholders to implement automation and technology solutions to enhance warehouse productivity and accuracy.  

·    Align inventory management methods with business needs.  

·    Lead global transportation strategy including carrier selection, contract negotiations with sourcing and freight optimization.   

·    Manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers and freight forwarders to enhance service levels.   

·    Oversee domestic and international logistics ensuring timely and cost-effective shipments.   

·    Monitor market trends and regulatory changes to proactively adjust transportation strategies.   

Financial and Cost Management

·    Develop and manage global logistics, warehousing and transportation budgets.

·    Identify cost-saving opportunities through network optimization, process improvements and vendor negotiations with sourcing. 

·    Ensure financial accountability by tracking cost performance and implementing corrective actions as needed. 

Leadership and Team Development

·    Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing logistics team.  Foster a culture of collaboration, integrity and continuous improvement within the team.  Manage recruitment, training and performance evaluations of audit staff ensuring the team is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.  

·    Provide thought leadership and direction to the logistics team staying abreast of the latest tools and technologies to continuously improve S&C's global function. .  

Compliance

·    Understand and comply with all applicable company policies and rules.  

What you’ll Need To Succeed:

Job Requirements (To select this job at a minimum you must have the following):

·  Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business or related field (Master's Degree/MBA preferred)

·  CLTD Certification (Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution)

·  15+ years of experience in global logistics, warehouse and transportation management within a manufacturing environment.

·  7+ years of leadership experience within a Supply & Logistics function.

·  Demonstrated experience in Logistics Data Transformation Leadership including WMS/OTM.

·  Experience building and optimizing warehouse management methods including EPLs.

·  Strong understanding of scaling global logistics, transportation management and warehousing.

·  Trade compliance, customs regulations and logistics risk management.

·  Excellent leadership skills with an ability to lead, guide, motivate and delegate to deliver results, build teams and capabilities, embrace change, drive decisions and results, embrace culture and inclusion and exhibit integrity .

·  Superb organizational, planning and project management skills, coordinating internal and external resources, creative problem-solving when obstacles arise and juggling a heavy volume of diverse projects including both strategic and tactical assignments.

·  Exceptional interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect, navigate and resolve conflict, moderate behaviors and foster collaborative working relationships amongst a diverse audience.

·  Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, listening and presentation)  Able to liaise with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, from senior executives to support staff and present compellingly to achieve buy-in from executives, managers and team members .

·  Excellent business acumen and analytical skills with the ability to use and analyze data to drive informed decisions, problem-solving complex issues and leverage data and learnings to drive continuous improvement.

·  Excellent consultancy skills and ability to consult at all levels of the organization on issues and decisions that required extensive knowledge of audit strategies, policies, programs and practices.  Ability to implement a new strategy and "sell" ideas and concepts to senior leadership.  

·  Ability to travel as required.  

Major Physical Demands:

Sitting-Frequently required to remain in a stationary position and perform desk-based tasks for 8 hours at a time approximately [5] days per week

Walking-Occasionally required to walk moderate distances at the S&C Chicago campus 

Observation / Eyesight-Frequently required to observe details at close range, including depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to differentiate between colors

Communication-Continuously required to talk and hear, in person and by phone/conference calls

Travel-Occasionally required to travel overnight, domestically and internationally and work extended hours when necessary.

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S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at [email protected]. 

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