Logistics & Safety Manager

at  Lowe Electric Supply Company

Job Title: Logistics and Safety Manager
Job Status: Full-time, Salary, Exempt
Reports To: Chief Operations Officer
Summary: This position will manage the logistics, driver records, DOT records, fleet maintenance along with driver and warehouse safety. A strong communicator, collaborating cross-functionally across the company, with a brand to lead and drive. This position will be responsible for all aspects of the company’s designated delivery and fleet initiatives, including control of scope and specifications, end-to-end schedule, budget, and directing actions of vendors conducting support of programs in the field.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Individual must possess strong, comprehensive PC skills (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook products) and have an aptitude with new software and systems.
• Current, knowledge of legal requirements related to human resources/safety and employee management, including workers’ compensation, and federal and state safety and employment laws.
• Must have ability to work quickly and accurately under time constraints and against deadlines.
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, be a self-starter, be detail oriented, and have very strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Must be a problem-solver, forward-thinker, and creative partner. Always improving practices to improve the efficiently and safety of the work place.
• Ability to travel 40% of the time.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Associate, or greater, degree and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of all functional areas in the wholesale electrical distribution industry preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Occasionally standing and walking. Most of the time sitting, use of hands/fingers, talking/hearing. Often reaching with hands/arms. May be required to lift to 50 lbs. on an infrequent basis.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is not intended as, nor does it create, an employment contract. Lowe Electric Supply Company maintains its status as an at-will employer. This means you and Lowe Electric Supply Company are free to terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or advance notice. In no instance should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements set forth in this job description be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, and/or the scope of the job may change, as necessitated by business demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position as required by law

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct support to all company locations with scheduling, routing, tracking and manpower assistance, in close partnership with local field leaders.
• Coordinate logistics and vehicle maintenance with local field leaders.
• Maintain driver and DOT records ensuring they are up-to-date and complete.
• Maintain knowledge of market area and provide the most efficient delivery areas and routes as possible.
• Create, coordinate, and review transportation shipping schedules for accuracy and course correction as necessary.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment with the goal of ensuring that all fleet employees work and return home safely.
• Leverage systems, equipment, and process redesign to drive continuous improvement in

cost, quality, and efficiency.

• Perform safety training for drivers.
• Perform training of employees for forklift certification.
• Record and maintain all necessary files and records.
• Make on-going inspections of facilities, equipment, and employee issues to ensure safe working conditions in all facilities.
• Ensure facilities and operations are following various local, state, and federal safety regulations including OSHA in conjunction with the RSMs. Act as a subject matter expert, providing help and support throughout the organization.
• Develop training and educational programs to help educate supervisory and line employees on proper safety and first aid programs and procedures.
• Create, update and maintain corporate safety manuals for all facilities in accordance with safety regulations.
• Review and analyze accident reports, metrics, and injury case studies in order to institute changes that lead to a safer work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include assisting with training employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Supervise the maintenance of the company delivery fleet.
• Ensure appropriate training is provided and completed by all delivery driver team members.
• Identify deficiencies and/or areas of improvement and communicate to management team for resolution.