Logistics Manager

Job Introduction

Our Logistics Manager is a vital leadership role within our Operations Unit responsible for directing and maintaining strong oversight of the US Logistics function to ensure all distribution activities (including but not limited to shipping, receiving, and warehousing) are executed by team members and staff to plan, process, procedure and in full compliance with applicable company and regulatory requirements (i.e., WGW, Health & Safety, BRC, TTB, CTPAT, customs, etc.). 

Main Responsibility

A typical day in this position includes, but is not limited to:

• Driving continuous improvements and new ways of working through the identification and resolution of functional gap areas using sound methodology and best-in-class distribution/warehouse practices.

• Developing and maintaining policies and procedures for all functional specific activities (ex. verifying inbound/outbound inventory, managing merchandise and customer orders, etc.). 

• Championing Safety and Quality initiatives within the Logistics function to deliver best-in-class product, customer service, and employee safety; partnering with Safety and Quality functions to achieve related standards and needs. 

• Leading, motivating, and developing the collective Logistics team (both union and non-union) in line with company values to maximize employee engagement. Building professional relationships with subordinates that fosters trust and respect.

• Developing, fostering, and maintaining strong relationships with Shop Steward and union representatives as appropriate to resolve challenges and escalated matters; maintaining in-depth working knowledge, application of, and compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

• Investigating and resolving customer complaints (ex. damaged product, shipment delays, etc.); identifying and implementing associated corrective actions at pace.

• Developing and implementing regular and/or special projects as needed to manage non-saleable product, minimize/eliminate variation, and deliver capital plans within agreed scope, budget, and timeframe.

• Developing, fostering, and maintaining strong cross-functional relationships with Production, Engineering, and cross business unit colleagues in support of ensuring availability or product and devising innovative, collaborative, and value add methods to drive efficiencies and improvements. 

• Leading the hands-on execution of bi-monthly Finished Good Inventory counts; providing proactive hands-on support with monthly Dry Good and Bailment State Finished Good counts as needed.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our Ideal Candidate is able to make independent decisions to drive action forward while gaining clear agreement and commitment from key stakeholders. They are able to use both data and innovation to produce workable solutions and to deliver a high level of internal and external customer service. They are skilled at managing people and difficult situations, and are committed to creating and supporting a high quality high safety environment.   

This role also requires the following skills and qualifications:

• At minimum, a HS Diploma (or equivalent) is required, though a bachelor's degree in a related field is strongly preferred
• Extensive previous experience leading and managing a complex logistics, distribution, and/or supply chain network, function, or site required
• Previous experience within the sprits of beverage industry a plus; prior import/trade/customs in a global FMCG environment preferred   
• In-depth experience within a unionized environment, including demonstrated history of navigating and negotiating Collective Bargaining Agreements required
• Strong business writing capability and flexible communication style to deliver polices, papers, trainings, presentations, etc.
• Ability and willingness to work hands-on to support warehouse/team needs, while also managing upward and cross-functional stakeholders
• Demonstrated history of applying sound Project Management and problem-solving skills to deliver and manage capital, special, and improvement projects from conception to final delivery
• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt preferred   

Key things to note about this role: This position is a full-time on-site role and is not eligible for remote or hybrid working. This role is not eligible for relocation assistance. No agencies please.

What we can offer you

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits which are designed to promote our employees financial wellbeing. Employees are also eligible to participate in a bonus plan.
• Our employees enjoy a generous vacation entitlement.
• Comprehensive Private Healthcare that includes Medical, Dental & Vision
• Our employees can join our 401(k) savings plan. The company matches employees’ contribution up to 5%, in addition to a Discretionary Contribution.
• Our Employee Assistance Programme offers practical, impartial support on everyday matters ranging from medical, financial and legal to home and family issues. 
• Our Life and AD&D cover is a multiple of three times your annual basic salary.
• Product allowance so that you can enjoy our fantastic portfolio of brands with your family and friends.
• Every employee has the opportunity to claim funding each year for a charity or charities for which they have raised money, volunteered their time or personally donated.
• Learning resources to help you be your best self.

About William Grant & Sons

A HOME FOR RARE CHARACTERS

William Grant & Sons: a home where Rare Characters thrive.

We value every employee for their rare character, distinctive skills, experience and perspectives. Every one of our colleagues has a role to play in helping us to achieve our growth ambitions.

At William Grant & Sons, our vision is to be A home where rare characters thrive. We value all colleagues for their rare character, distinctive skills, experience and perspectives. Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of how we do things at William Grant & Sons, fully aligned to our purpose and our company values. We strive to create an environment where we can all be our best and bring our whole selves to work.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. We’re proud to provide equal opportunity to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

OUR AGILE WORKING PHILOSOPHY

Our agile working philosophy is to “Have your best work day everyday”.
Built on trust, we empower our rare characters to have their best work day every day. Where flexibility and positive working experiences help employees to feel connected and release potential across our teams.
We are open to discussing possible agile/flexible working options as part of the recruitment process.

INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of how we do things at William Grant & Sons, fully aligned to our purpose and our company values. We want to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive. If you have any questions or need some support with your application we’d love to hear from you. So please get in touch with our HR team at recruitment.enquiries@wgrant.com.