Head of Logistics
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Management
General Management -
Transportation
Chelsea Lighting is seeking a highly qualified and dedicated Head of Logistics to lead the charge executing tactical activities of operational logistics in current service areas of the company, and to shape strategic/tailored/custom/flexible and scalable plans for target areas of growth. Drawing on a strong background in logistics/distribution/supply chain, the Head of Logistics is a results-oriented problem-solver with a strong desire to create a positive workplace culture and maximize efficiency and continuous improvement.
This position provides you with the unique opportunity to join our team of expert lighting and controls professionals and drive Chelsea’s logistics service to the apex of professionalism.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors’ Degree required from an accredited university
- Minimum three (3) years of management experience with a record of success in comprehensive logistics, supply chain, planning, warehousing, and distribution
- Considered an expert in the knowledge of logistics-related Material Management and Material Handling
- Analytical mindset with an enthusiasm for problem-solving and a exhibits strong can-do attitude
- Highly organized and dedicated person who can monitor several projects simultaneously and who can prioritize their workload and the workloads of the warehouse and transportation vendor
- Is passionate about leading and developing a team with direct report responsibility
- The ideal candidate must have strong time management, problem solving, interpersonal, and organizational skills, and utilize these skills in a demanding, multi-tasking environment
- Advanced working knowledge of 3PL arrangements and WMS systems
- Proficient in software programs - MS Office Suite (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook).
- Proactive and concise written and oral communications skills
- Advanced knowledge of the five boroughs, with an emphasis on Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens
New York City Metropolitan Area
- The logistics manager will manage the storage, inventory, and movement of lighting fixtures and controls to/from our clients’ job sites currently located in the greater NYC metropolitan area.
- The Delivery and Pickup dynamic has five to/from main areas:
- Manufacturer - Job Site
- Manufacturer - Warehouse
- Warehouse - Job Site
- Chelsea Lighting’s office - Warehouse
- Chelsea Lighting’s office - Job Site (use of express/messenger service)
The Chelsea Lighting Project Management, Purchasing, and Finance teams, a third-party warehouse and transportation vendor, and various express/messenger delivery services.
Accurate and timely Warehouse notification of Inventory received;
Photographs of Damaged Materials received;
Current Inventory;
Proper labeling of palletized inventory;
Rejected Delivery Notification;
Verification of Delivery;
Verification of Returned Goods Authorization/Incorrect shipment pickups;
Pickups from Local Manufacturers; and Express shipment justification.
- Review and reconcile all bills/invoices received from vendors to ensure proper charges; determine more cost-effective means for warehousing, storage and transportation of product.
Chelsea currently has offices in Chicago, IL, and Fort Lauderdale, FL. As these offices grow, there is an…
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