Manager, Logistics

At JBT Marel,
** what we do matters**,we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.

Our
** values
* * show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.
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* Location:

Sabetha, KS
**** Carrier & Transportation Management:*
* · Work with Division and Corporate Logistics teams to select, negotiate, and manage carrier relationships to ensure cost-effective and reliable transportation.
· Monitor carrier performance and resolve service issues promptly.
· Control company vehicle fleet and maintain vehicle maintenance reports.
** Shipping & Receiving Oversight:*
* · Review shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, and orders to determine priorities and methods.
· Oversee incoming and outgoing shipments for accuracy, completeness, and condition.
· Inspect loading operations to ensure compliance with specifications.
· Prepare bills of lading and post weight and shipping charges.
** Operational Coordination:*
* · Determine space requirements and layout for shipments in containers or trucks.
· Direct movement of shipments from platform to storage and work areas.
· Compile records of unfilled orders and ensure deadlines are met.
· Participate in Letter of Credit issues to ensure proper release of shipments.
· Work closely with Finance and SIOP teams to ensure timely and accurate inventory practices are followed.
· Partner with Demand Planning, Customer Service, Procurement, Finance, and Manufacturing to ensure POC management and parts order shipping alignment.
** Team Leadership:*
* · Supervise employees, providing coaching, training, and performance feedback.
· Establish or adjust work schedules to meet production needs.
· Coordinate manpower requirements, including overtime adjustments.
· Communicate and reinforce company policies while promoting a culture of safety and compliance.
** Collaboration & Communication:*
* · Work closely with corporate logistics team to implement initiatives and share best practices.
· Communicate regularly with other departments to meet customer order deadlines.
** Other Duties:*
* · Operate lift truck (certification required).
· Perform additional tasks as needed to support business requirements.
** Physical/Environmental Requirements*
* · Manufacturing environment; may be exposed to loud noises and moving machinery.
· Ability to bend, stoop, twist, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
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* Skills and Abilities

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* · Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to manage confidential information.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and logistics software.
· Organized, proactive, and results-oriented with ability to meet deadlines.
· Ability to execute tasks against KPIs and adapt to changing conditions.
** Education, Knowledge, and Experience*
* · Associate’s or Technical degree required;
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
· 5+ years of experience in logistics, shipping, or transportation management.
· Experience supervising teams and managing carrier relationships.
** Commitment to Safety
** Safety is every employee’s responsibility. This position ensures personal safety, team safety, and visitor safety by following and enforcing company safety practices.* +
** We are committed to our employees
** and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.  +
** We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying
** collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.  +
** We encourage development** - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!  +
** Benefits:
** JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including:
Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan.
** Commitment to Diversity:
** Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success.  A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative. *…