We are a commercial kitchen ventilation manufacturing company located in beautiful Tualatin, Oregon! Gaylord Industries, a business unit of ITW, has been around for more than 50 years. What sets us apart? An amazing benefits/compensation package! Our benefit package is quite competitive, comprehensive, and affordable for you and your family. Other perks: great culture, a 7.5% employer 401K contribution, promotional opportunities available as we are part of a global organization, and more!
Summary:
The Distribution & Logistics Manager is responsible for maintaining good relationships with vendors in a way that positions Gaylord to ensure a cost-effective strategy of shipping out our custom product on time to meet and exceed customer and business needs. This role also requires leadership to all personnel in the Shipping/Receiving and Crating department, to include three direct reports.
Essential Duties:
Coordinate with production staff and end customers to ensure on time and cost-effective delivery of goods
Work with freight brokers and forwarders to find the most efficient and cost effective method of shipping product (LTL, FTL, premium etc.)
Coordinate with production operations to package and cube freight for most efficient trailer utilization
Prepare necessary documentation for international shipments and arrange appropriate freight needs
Coordinate freight with our 3rd party Canadian manufacturing partner
Monthly reporting of shipment vs freight dollar efficiency
Foster, communicate, and exemplify the values of ITW; act with integrity and trust, operate with simplicity, treat everyone with respect, take shared risk.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education - Experience - Other Qualifications:
Minimum 3-5 years freight, logistics and transportation experience to include international shipping and trade compliance
4 year degree in business, supply chain/operations mgt. or equivalent experience
Understanding of freight rates, schedules and tariffs
Freight brokerage or customs broker experience a plus
Hands on self-starter
Excellent problem-solving and follow-thru skills
Team player with ability to communicate at all levels including external customers
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions as related to the job.
Ability to travel as needed.
Regular Full-time attendance is an essential function of this Management Position
ITW Gaylord is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
