Site Logistics Manager

Job Description:

As a key member of the Fort Smith, AR site leadership team, the Site Logistics Manager provides strategic oversight of all end-to-end logistics operations within a high-volume, multi‑technology manufacturing environment supporting the Mars Petcare network and direct‑to‑customer channels. This role holds full accountability for inbound materials, warehousing, outbound logistics, yard management, and transportation, ensuring alignment with network objectives, operational excellence, and superior service delivery.

Through cross‑functional leadership and external partnership management, this position enables supply continuity, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

• BS / BA Business, Logistics, Supply Chain or related field preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in Logistics or Supply Chain Management

• 3+ years managing people
• Strong knowledge of SAP, JDA or Red Prairie WMS ,ISO, Quality Management Systems, Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate, influence, negotiate, motivate and lead a team.
• Ability to lead multiple teams across different areas of operation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effectively communicate and influence at all levels of the organization including the reporting and presentation of data
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Nexus)
• Ability to transfer procedures and training experiences to others
• Flexibility to adapt to regularly changing priorities and quality issues
• Ability to handle sensitive information

• Provide strategic leadership and end-to-end accountability for all campus logistics operations, including on-site and off-site warehousing, freezer operations, 3PL partnerships, and transportation shuttle networks, ensuring operational excellence, cost optimization, and service reliability.
• Develop and execute integrated Supply Chain strategies aligned to OGSM priorities, driving competitive advantage, network alignment, and long-term value creation.
• Proactively identify systemic supply chain constraints and deploy cross-functional solutions to protect service levels, optimize throughput, and enhance overall network performance.
• Build organizational capability by developing high-performing leaders and succession pipelines, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Champion and institutionalize cultural transformation initiatives aligned with FMOS, embedding standardized processes, performance discipline, and operational rigor across the logistics organization.
• Establish and oversee robust risk mitigation and business continuity frameworks to ensure resilience in time‑sensitive operations, safeguarding customer commitments and operational stability.
• Lead governance of root cause and corrective action processes, leveraging data analytics and trend insights to drive sustainable process improvements and performance breakthroughs.
• Serve as the senior regional liaison with internal stakeholders and external partners, aligning cost management, service excellence, and on‑time performance to enterprise objectives.

• Work with diverse and talented associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in‑house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
• Find out more about what Mars can offer you by visiting our Global Careers site.

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