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Stew Leonard's Logistics Director in Norwalk, Connecticut
Stew Leonard’s, a family-owned and operated fresh food store founded in 1969, has locations in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Stew’s earned its nickname, the “Disneyland of Dairy Stores” because of its country-fair atmosphere, with costumed characters and animated entertainment throughout the store that keep children entertained while parents shop.
About Stew Leonard’s:
Stew Leonard’s, a family-owned and operated fresh food store founded in 1969, has eight stores in Connecticut, New York and New Jersey. And we're growing! We anticipate opening a new store every other year moving forward. In addition, we’re exploring a possible commissary for our prepared foods. Stew’s earned its nickname, the “Disneyland of Dairy Stores” because of its country-fair atmosphere, with costumed characters and animated entertainment throughout the store that keep children entertained while parents shop. Stew Leonard’s legion of loyal shoppers is largely due to the stores’ passionate approach to customer service: “Rule #1 - The Customer is Always Right”; Rule #2 - If the Customer is Ever Wrong, Re-Read Rule #1.” This principle is so essential to the foundation of the company that it is etched in a three-ton granite rock at each store’s entrance. The company’s culture is built around an acronym for S.T.E.W.: Satisfy the customer; Teamwork gets it done; Excellence makes it better; WOW makes it fun. A family oriented company that respects the personal balance between work and family with career opportunity and growth- over 80% of our managers have been promoted from within. An equal opportunity employer who believes that diversity is about more than just physical traits, but is a celebration of cultures, experiences, opinions and life itself.
Position Summary :
The Director of Logistics identifies and develops a strategy for Stew Leonard’s logistics that meets organizational goals and objectives. This position has a high level of visibility and cost/service responsibility to owners, and demands an individual who can bridge strategic guidance with practical execution. Additionally, this role provides leadership and execution of the logistics strategy, including collaboration with cross-functional and senior leaders across the organization. The Director of Logistics is responsible for managing and coordinating incoming and outgoing shipments and/or freights across the company, including multiple warehouses. The Director of Logistics also supervises the activities of Team Members, monitoring departmental headcount and budget, and ensuring inventory meets quality and on-time delivery requirements. Understands fleet utilization and works to obtain the most cost-effective and efficiently run fleet. Communicates continuously with the stores to ensure the highest quality service is delivered. This is an on-site position, overseeing 15 direct reports.
Job Responsibilities :
Implement an overall strategy, metrics, and processes to deploy an optimized logistic network and operations.
Manage all aspects of an organization's logistics management function to control, deliver, and distribute products and materials to the destination.
Manage and coordinate the daily operations of a transportation network including safety, compliance, equipment, and staff.
Oversee critical and related inventory, distribution, and transportation operations that support the achievement of organizational goals and KPIs for product delivery and customer satisfaction.
Utilize analytics to monitor and measure performance, identify problems in operations, and achieve high performance at optimal cost.
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to meet forecasted capacity needs.
Responsible for the safety of the department and security of people and resources, accident investigations and loss prevention.
Responsible for optimal route structure and implementation, routing systems, demand planning, and overall logistics support.
Ensure fleet optimization by the creation of balanced transportation schedules and confirmation that assets are fully utilized and in good working condition
Oversee the logistics and transportation that service product deliveries to 8+ food stores from food store warehouses
Schedule and monitor inbound and outgoing deliveries for maximum efficiencies.
Coordinate logistics, warehouse, transportation, and merchandising, operations teams.
Requirements:
Experience with transportation and distribution of perishable food products highly desired.
Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, or relevant field.
10+ years experience in a similar role.
Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
Solid understanding of logistics, routing and warehouse management
Strong computer skills, ability to navigate Warehouse Management System software and Transportation Management System platforms, and proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds
Prior fleet management experience a plus.
Willingness and ability to travel to various work sites as needed.
Starting annual salary based on experience and skill set $125,000 - $150,000, plus bonus potential.
Stew Leonard's is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
Job Details
Job Family Food
Job Function Retail Grocery
Pay Type Salary
Employment Indicator Full Time
Education Level Bachelor’s Degree
Hiring Min Rate 125,000 USD
Hiring Max Rate 150,000 USD
