Johanna Beverage Company Hiring for Logistics Manager at Spokane, WA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

The Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing the Logistics Department and ensuring all inventory control strategies are up to date and being executed and product orders are completed to ensure on time delivery to JBC customers.

The Logistics Managers responsibility begins with material and ingredient planning and expediting then continues through production scheduling and the management of finished goods.

The Manager also collaborates closely with plant accounting and takes part in key communications to co-packers. Provides Operations with updates on any production issues or constraints and works closely with the Warehouse department to ensure efficiency in warehousing and final delivery to the customer.

Compensation : Salary range 65-75K, bonus plan participation at 12% and a competitive, comprehensive benefit package.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Analyze MRP output on a continual basis to identify trends that may cause supply and / or production capacity issues.
• Managing and maintaining raw material inventories to ensure production needs are achieved with controlling inventory values and costs.
• Monitors and assist in the maintenance of finished goods inventories and takes action when inventory levels rise or fall below desired levels or if inventory quality issues arise.
• Responsible for monitoring and upholding inventory accuracy through cycle count process, investigation of variances, and quarterly and annual physical inventories.
• Organize materials and production strategies for all revised and new product launches, and inform vendors of timeline and estimates.
• Ensures timely investigating of material shortages.
• Keeps management informed and s on the daily production needs and completions, and any shortages that may affect production releases and / or deliveries.
• Development of metrics, s and / or other tools for continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality system standards and the unit’s food safety and security programs in support of essential manufacturing strategies and practices.
• Oversees day to day communications with key customers and co-packers.
• Communicate long term production forecast, pending product changes, upcoming product launches and other developing situations at daily production meetings.
• Ensures feedback to Production Management on changes made during the day.
• SQF document management for Approved Supplier List
• Support Safe Quality Foods (SQF) requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide backup to other positions in the Logistics Department
• This position is backed up by the Warehouse / Transportation Manager.

Working Conditions :

General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking for up to 30% of the time.

The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.

Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.

Requirements :

• Degree preferred with 7 – 10 years related experience, including manufacturing planning, production and inventory control.
• Progressively responsible roles in Supervisory / Leadership positions
• Ability to communicate effectively with multiple departments and levels
• Ability to lead team meetings
• Highly organized
• Ability handle any issues that arise without compromising daily tasks
• Ability to assess situations and make decisions using sound judgment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint
• Able to work occasional weekends.

Company Description

Johanna Foods, Inc. is one of the country’s largest producers and distributors of fruit juices, drinks and yogurt.

Company Description

Johanna Foods, Inc. is one of the country’s largest producers and distributors of fruit juices, drinks and yogurt.