Manufacturing Logistics Manager

Location: Western Kentucky (onsite) Type: Permanent · Full time An automotive supplier needs a Logistics Manager to run materials and logistics for its plant, reporting straight to the General Manager. You will lead a small team, own the production schedule and act as the customer's main contact on delivery and packaging. The plant wants someone in the seat soon. What you'll do - Turn customer orders into the master production schedule and set daily priorities - Order raw materials and manage their delivery schedule - Oversee shipping, receiving and inbound and outbound freight for the site - Manage carriers, track their performance and check freight bills - Make sure every shipment meets the customer's packaging requirements, and handle customer questions and complaints on logistics - Lead two direct reports: a customer materials coordinator and a scheduling coordinator What you bring - 5 to 10 years in logistics, materials or supply chain within manufacturing - Real people management experience, not only process ownership - Scheduling and materials planning on an ERP or MRP system such as AS400, JD Edwards, SAP or similar - Shipping and receiving management, including carrier relationships and freight billing - Direct customer contact on supply chain and packaging compliance - Clear writing and speaking; able to travel when needed Nice to have: Hands-on AS400 experience. Mural Group is recruiting for this role on behalf of a client. Apply here and a Mural recruiter will be in touch.