Logistics Team Leader

Overview

Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.

A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.

Trinseo is looking for a Logistics Team Leader

This is a one-year fixed term contract position. 

This role will lead a team of Logistics Service Representatives to assure safe and compliant handling/transportation of both up and downstream material flows, including managing of Logistics Service providers.

Responsibilities

The position will have responsibilities to include, but not limited to:

• Assure logistics activities are performed safely and in an environmentally conscious way and in compliance with relevant regulations, industry standards, and Trinseo policies.
• Oversee the day-to-day logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, and inventory management, ensure timely planning, loading, pickup and delivery of goods.
• Keep internal parties informed of delays and act as point of contact for escalation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align logistics strategies with overall business objectives
• Drive implementation of initiatives to improve efficiency (service, costs of Sustainability)

• Ensure transportation and assessorial invoices are audited and processed in timely matters

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify areas for process improvement and cost optimization
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors, carriers, and third-party logistics partners, including performance monitoring to ensure expectations are meet.
• Ensure QN are investigated in timely matter and effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

• Analyze data and market trends to anticipate future logistics needs and challenges.

• Lead, coach and develop team, ensuring growth and advocate PAACE culture

Qualifications

Minimum Education Required:

Minimum bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or International Trade. Individuals with other relevant qualifications and experience will be considered.

Minimum Experience:

4-6 years of experience in a relevant service role (e.g. Procurement, Customer Service, Logistics or Supply Chain disciplines) preferred. Work experience in the chemical, safety or transport industries is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Exceptional Interpersonal skills
• Attention to Details
• Results Driven
• Familiar with Microsoft Office / SAP 
• Previous Leadership Experience
• Teamwork

Equity And Inclusion

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.