Logistics Director jobs in Tacoma, WA

Logistics Director manages all aspects of an organization's logistics management function to control, deliver, and distribute products and materials to the destination. Implements an overall strategy, metrics, and processes to deploy an optimized logistic network and operations. Being a Logistics Director oversees critical and related inventory, distribution, and transportation operations that support the achievement of organizational goals and KPI's for product delivery and customer satisfaction. Selects vendors and negotiates rates and service levels and monitors performance. Additionally, Logistics Director ensures compliance with all regulations governing transportation of goods. Utilizes analytics to monitor and measure performance, identify problems in operations, and achieve high performance at optimal cost. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Logistics Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Logistics Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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IT Infrastructure Director
  • Holman Logistics Option 2
  • Kent, WA FULL_TIME
  • Do you want to join an organization that lives and breathes for the customer and its Team Members?  We are looking for someone who can balance internal company needs and forward-thinking to help Holman Logistics reach new heights!  Holman is actively seeking a Director of IT Infrastructure to join our team in Federal Way, WA. This is an exciting opportunity to join an awesome company that truly emphasizes integrity, exceeding customer expectations, and service to its employees.

    How would you be helping Holman Logistics and our customers?

    Here at Holman, our Director of IT Infrastructure is a key advocate for our employees and a proponent of our company culture.  While they are directly responsible for designing IT infrastructure across the company, overseeing the implementation of new programs and installations at new sites, and mentoring the IT team, their value is in their future thinking, network strategy, and servant leadership.  We rely on them for their ability to balance customer service/meeting our customers' needs, and building strategy around network safety and security, as well as their desire to grow and develop the company, their team, and themselves.  This position will work closely with the Executive Leadership Team, and other leaders across the organization to provide unique solutions to our customers by finding or designing new solutions to their needs.  

    Since 1864 Holman has demonstrated a passion for innovation, leadership, and exceeding customer expectations.  Our Core Purpose, which represents the reason we exist, is "to improve the lives of people everywhere through the impact of logistics."  We care about the people who work here and provide an environment where you can apply your talents and creativity to build a rewarding career.  We provide long-term career opportunities with excellent benefits to help build a foundation for you and your family.

     

    Essential Functions Statement(s)

    • Directs, oversees, and enhances the company infrastructure, with key focuses on our Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) implementations, customer ERP interfaces, innovation in IT solutions, and cybersecurity.
      • WMS Stewardship:  Oversees the administration, maintenance, and optimization of our WMS.  Collaborates with the Operational teams to ensure the WMS aligns with business needs and enhances warehouse efficiency.  Evaluates the system solutions and integrations with automation providers to drive efficiency and productivity.
      • EDI Implementations:  Lead EDI implementation with new customers, ensuring smooth and efficient data interchange between the customer and Holman Logistics.  Develop and maintain standards for transaction processing and data exchange
    • Strategically develops policies and procedures utilized in the design and maintenance of the company’s infrastructure, working with Human Resources and company leadership.
    • Stays informed of industry trends and technological advancements, proposing and implementing innovative solutions.
    • Develops and maintains a robust cybersecurity strategy to protect against company system and data breaches, regularly assessing for risks and implementing appropriate preventative measures.
    • Facilitate seamless integration with customer ERP systems and work closely with customers with internal teams to understand requirements and deliver customized and innovative solutions.
    • Oversees the design and implementation of information systems that support the organization’s network infrastructure.
    • Designs and utilizes performance reports to continuously monitor the systems to ensure the highest level of infrastructure performance and security.
    • Manages the IT department's direct reports and coaches them to increase performance and works to offer new development opportunities.  Mentors the IT department and fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
    • Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the IT department and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure of the company.  Effectively manage project timelines and resources.
    • Works collaboratively with the various departments to align IT strategy with current business needs and future objectives.
    • Analyzes the needs of the different departments and determines ways to meet business objectives by modifying existing or developing new information processing systems.
    • Demonstrates knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.
    • Performs all other duties as assigned or needed.

     

    POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

    Competency Statement(s)

    • Attendance - Ability to work the required schedule and arrive at work on time and work alternative schedules to accommodate the needs of the business.
    • Communication - Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally courteously and professionally with others.  Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
    • Diversity-oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
    • Relationship Building - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, co-workers, and management.
    • Active Listening – Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
    • Empathetic – Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of others.
    • Coaching and Development – Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
    • Language Ability to read and interpret documents and systems appropriate for the IT department and key leadership.
    • Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
    • Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task and prioritize tasks.  Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
    • Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.  Ability to understand and interpret financial information.
    • Research Skills - Ability to design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation.
    • Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
    • Reliability – Ability to be dependable and trustworthy.
    • Responsibility – Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
    • Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
    • Business Acumen – Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues.
    • Decision Making – Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
    • Strategic Planning – Ability to develop a vision for the future and create a culture in which long–range goals can be achieved.
    • Self-motivated – Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
    • Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect Team Member safety.

    SKILLS & ABILITIES

    • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.  Master’s degree preferred.  Additional certifications in network design and/or programming are a plus.
    • Experience: 10 years experience in IT, with at least 5 of those years in a leadership role, preferably within a logistics or similar industry.
    • Computer Skills: Advanced experience in IT network design is required, with expertise in WMS, EDI, ERP integration, and Cyber security.
    • Additional Skills:  Excellent problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and demonstrated analytical skills.  Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

    Salary Range:  $120,000 - $160,000/yr.

     

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Logistics Coordinator
  • Evergreen Lumber
  • Tacoma, WA FULL_TIME
  • Established in 1939, Evergreen Lumber supplies building materials to builders in the Puget Sound communities of Port Orchard to Everett, Olympia, Port Angeles, North Bend, and beyond in Washington sta...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Mgr-Logistics
  • MultiCare Health System
  • Tacoma, WA FULL_TIME
  • Job Details Job ID: 122895 Location: Tacoma, WA Entity: MultiCare Health System Category: Management/Supervisory Specialty: Laboratory/Pathology Department: Start Up Costs Lab Projects Employment Type...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Logistics Specialist
  • Span Alaska Transporation Inc.
  • Auburn, WA OTHER
  • Position is responsible for booking, generating BOLs and tracing of all LTL, Volume and Full loads moving inbound to the Span Terminals, direct to the ship or barge terminals. Position also assists wi...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Logistics Coordinator
  • Auto Driveaway Franchise Systems LLC
  • Auburn, WA FULL_TIME
  • Description Auto Driveaway, a professional driveaway company serving the corporate fleet and leasing industry, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to provide support to the dispatch operations team thr...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Logistics Lead
  • TireHub
  • Auburn, WA FULL_TIME
  • Logistics Lead The Logistics Lead’s primary responsibility is to load, unload, check and tally tires to and from carriers (trailer trucks). The Logistics Lead provides additional leadership in TireHub...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Regional Aviation Manager, Americas
  • Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
  • Bellevue, WA
  • As a Fortune 500 company, Expeditors employs more than 15,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 300 l...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Manager, Supply Chain Finance
  • SunPower
  • Bellevue, WA
  • Do you want to change the world? We do, too. SunPower is changing the way our world is powered every day with a passiona...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Demand Planning Data & Analytics Consultant
  • Pros2Plan LLC, a Spinnaker SCA Subsidiary
  • Seattle, WA
  • Job Description Job Description Pros2Plan, a Spinnaker SCA division, has an open consulting/contractor role for a Senior...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Meetings & Events Sourcing Manager
  • American Express Global Business Travel
  • Olympia, WA
  • Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and through their work can make an i...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Regional Aviation Manager, Americas
  • Expeditors
  • Bellevue, WA
  • Company Description As a Fortune 500 company, Expeditors employs more than 15,000 trained professionals in a worldwide n...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant I *Hybrid*
  • Aston Carter
  • Seattle, WA
  • Description: Seeking a highly motivated and customer obsessed Executive Assistant to support two Product Directors. This...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Commercial Procurement Manager
  • SHEIN
  • Bellevue, WA
  • Job Title: Procurement Manager - Commercial Reports to: Director, Logistics Procurement Job Location: Bellevue, WA Job S...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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NetSuite Administrator
  • SystemsAccountants
  • Seattle, WA
  • We are thrilled to announce a partnership with a leading Food and Beverage company seeking a seasoned NetSuite Administr...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tacoma (/təˈkoʊmə/ tə-KOH-mə) is a mid-sized urban port city and the county seat of Pierce County, Washington, United States. The city is on Washington's Puget Sound, 32 miles (51 km) southwest of Seattle (of which it is the largest satellite city), 31 miles (50 km) northeast of the state capital, Olympia, and 58 miles (93 km) northwest of Mount Rainier National Park. The population was 198,397, according to the 2010 census. Tacoma is the second-largest city in the Puget Sound area and the third largest in the state. Tacoma also serves as the center of business activity for the South Sound re...
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Income Estimation for Logistics Director jobs
$160,327 to $218,050
Tacoma, Washington area prices
were up 2.8% from a year ago

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