Senior Manager, Logistics Strategy & Systems - Military Veterans

Why Work for KeHE?

• Full-time
  
  
• Pay Range: $95,000.00/Yr. - $140,000.00/Yr.
  
  
• Shift Days: , Shift Time:
  
  
• Benefits on Day 1
  
  
  • Health/Rx
    
    
  • Dental
    
    
  • Vision
    
    
  • Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
    
    
  • Supplemental life insurance
    
    
  • 401(k)
    
    
  • Paid time off
    
    
  • Paid sick time
    
    
  • Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
    
    
  • Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
    
    
  • Holiday pay for company designated holidays
  
  Overview
  
  

  Good people, working with good people, for our common good.

  Sound good?

  KeHE-a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor-is all about "good" and is growing, so there's never been a more exciting time to join our team. If you're enthusiastic about working in an environment with a people-first culture and an organization committed to good living, good food and good service, we'd love to talk to you!

  
  Primary Responsibilities
  
  

  The Logistics Strategy & Systems Senior Manager will oversee and optimize cross-dock logistics operations. This role focuses on developing strategies to enhance multi-leg shipment flows, reduce costs, and improve service levels. The ideal candidate will lead process improvement initiatives, manage a team of planners, and act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for logistics systems and consolidation practices. They will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to drive operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and cost-saving synergies. As with all positions at KeHE Distributors, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

  
  Essential Functions
  
  

  DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop and implement cross-dock strategies to optimize logistics operations, manage multi-leg shipments flow, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
  • Identify opportunities for process enhancements and lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
  • Manage and mentor a team of planners fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
  • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational efficiency, productivity, and quality.
  • Work closely with other departments, including centralized routing, DC’s, and customers, to ensure seamless operations and customer satisfaction.
  • Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for systems such as Manhattan Active and BI platforms regarding consolidation.
  • Improve service levels through better planning and execution of multi-leg routing.
  • Identify cross-functional synergies to unlock additional cost-saving opportunities.
  • Other duties and projects as assigned.
  
  Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude
  
  

  SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to manage and provide guidance to a team.

   

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent is highly desirable.
  • Experience with Business Intelligence platforms and other transportation systems required.

   

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
  
  Requisition ID
  
  2024-25223
  Equal Employer Opportunity Statement
  
  KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.