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Cabinetworks Group

Manufactures kitchen and bath cabinetry nationwide

Inbound Logistics Manager

Logistics & TransportationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLivonia, MI, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in business or a transportation-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • At least 5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, and/or supply chain roles.
  • A proven track record of progressive experience in transportation operations.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to maintain relationships internally and externally and interact with all organizational levels.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to think strategically with supporting analytical skills.
  • Ability to travel domestically as needed, approximately 2–5 weeks yearly.
  • Ability to learn and use multiple enterprise resource planning systems and transportation systems/platforms.
  • Negotiation ability and the ability to hold third-party providers accountable to expectations.
  • Strong organization and adherence to carrier and service provider contracts.
  • Ability to implement projects and processes from start to finish, including site-specific implementations.

Responsibilities

  • Manage scheduling and delivery processes for transporting raw and finished goods.
  • Ensure network delivery and storage providers meet plans and continuously improve.
  • Work with logistics, supply chain, and manufacturing teams to ensure expectations are met.
  • Identify, qualify, and supervise third-party service providers and their performance, establishing best practices for small parcel, warehousing, and inbound transportation logistics.
  • Maximize efficiencies, identify cost-saving measures, initiate and monitor key performance indicators, and maintain company and business-partner compliance requirements.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and service providers to identify, deploy, and implement network solutions.
  • Negotiate rates and service commitments with third-party providers.
  • Focus on inbound transportation and small parcel transportation needs.
  • Lead and participate in developing and revising company policies and procedures to align with changing procurement and transportation needs.
  • Conduct and oversee regular internal reviews and audits to ensure standards are met.
  • Lead, train, and mentor third-party service providers and company teammates in day-to-day activities and professional development.
  • Oversee small parcel operations and shipping, tracking, and cost optimization of lightweight packages.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for inbound transportation.
  • Interface routinely with third-party service providers and internal stakeholders.
  • Conduct supplier shipping and company receiving/warehousing orientations, training, and on-site audits.
  • Control expenditure while maximizing available resources.
  • Develop, review, and manage monthly third-party provider chargebacks for loss and damage of goods in transit or storage.
  • Conduct routine in-person or virtual service-provider performance reviews addressing on-time pickup and delivery, loss, damage, costs, and service levels.
  • Identify root causes of failures, claims, and KPI shortfalls; develop and implement countermeasures to restore performance to standards.
  • Participate in Kaizen and Six Sigma events focused on logistics cost reduction or service improvements.
  • Manage carrier rates and cost performance against budget, and report financial performance weekly and monthly.
  • Review market data regularly to drive cost savings.
  • Lead requests for proposals, conduct cost analysis, and determine and implement initiatives.
  • Maintain professional relationships with service providers.
  • Maintain transportation-related platforms and ensure their availability and appropriate use across the company.
  • Participate in finished goods returns to company resale facilities.
  • Complete other projects and responsibilities as requested by company leadership.

Desired Qualifications

  • Critical thinking and cross-functional project implementation abilities.
  • Lean process experience, including Kaizen and Value Stream Mapping.
  • Experience working in or with a manufacturing industry such as furniture or cabinets.
  • Experience with a third-party logistics or consulting firm and/or small parcel service provider.
  • At least 5 years in a leadership role managing carriers and contracting.

About the Company

Cabinetworks Group

Manufactures kitchen and bath cabinetry nationwide

Cabinetworks Group is a privately held cabinet manufacturer in the United States that operates a diverse portfolio of more than 15 brands, including KraftMaid, Medallion, Merillat, and Smart Cabinetry. It designs, manufactures, and distributes kitchen and bath cabinets for residential projects, offering options from stock to semi-custom and near-custom designs, in both framed and frameless configurations. Its products are KCMA-certified and sold through a multi-channel network that includes dealers, distributors, home builders, and big-box retailers like Lowe’s, Menards, and The Home Depot. The company aims to be a leading North American supplier of wood cabinetry for remodeling and new construction by leveraging its broad brand family, multiple manufacturing plants, and wide distribution network.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$100M
Headquarters
Ann Arbor, MI
Founded
2020

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