Logistics & Distribution Manager

2 weeks ago


Woodridge, United States Dober Full time

We’re Dober – It’s Nice to Meet You

We’re passionate people with soulful dedication to making our world a better, cleaner place through exceptional chemistry and brilliant technology. For over 65 years, Dober has delivered innovative chemistry and software solutions to solve our customers’ most challenging problems.

Our entrepreneurial spirit, and belief that none of us is as smart as all of us, helps us challenge the status quo of current industry norms.

We believe water can be treated naturally, equipment can be cleaned safely, and operations can be run more efficiently. Our founder’s vision that “Development is the heartbeat of this company” lives on today.

The Opportunity:

The Logistics & Distribution Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end management of logistics operations and distribution activities. This role ensures cost-effective, safe, and timely transportation and warehousing operations, as well as the efficient distribution of goods to meet customer demand and business objectives.

Logistics Responsibilities

  • Freight & Warehousing Cost Management
  • Manage and optimize freight and warehousing costs, with the goal of achieving at least a 5% cost reduction annually.
  • Conduct regular freight market analysis and index monitoring to ensure cost efficiency.
  • Lead freight RFQs and utilize business intelligence tools for effective cost benchmarking.
  • Review and approve warehouse invoices and freight billing to ensure accuracy and avoid service disruptions.
  • Foster relationships with key carriers and manage service-level agreements to ensure cost-effectiveness and service quality.
  • Compliance & International Regulations
  • Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations (e.g., GHS, Dangerous Goods Regulations) for both domestic and international operations.
  • Manage the logistics of chemicals and other goods under stringent global regulatory standards, particularly in markets such as Europe and Asia.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of proper packaging and shipping documentation for all shipments, especially international.
  • Technology Implementation & Innovation
  • Lead the implementation of key logistics technologies, including TMS (Transportation Management System), WMS (Warehouse Management System), and mobile barcoding technologies to streamline warehouse operations.
  • Collaborate with the IT team and external vendors to ensure smooth technology rollouts and address operational challenges.
  • Freight Quoting & Carrier Scheduling
  • Manage day-to-day freight quoting for all modes of transportation.
  • Monitor the performance of freight carriers and schedule shipments in accordance with business needs and customer requirements.

Distribution Responsibilities

  • Inbound & Outbound Shipments
  • Oversee all aspects of inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring they are handled safely, compliantly, and on time.
  • Manage relationships with distribution centers and ensure adherence to company SOPs.
  • Inventory Management
  • Ensure accurate inventory levels across all warehouses through the support and management of a cycle count program.
  • Collaborate with warehousing teams to maintain proper stock levels, minimizing discrepancies and optimizing space usage.
  • Partner Relationships
  • Develop and maintain relationships with distribution partners to ensure smooth flow of goods, both domestically and internationally.
  • Audit domestic and international distribution centers to ensure compliance with company standards and performance metrics.
  • Lean Management & Process Improvement
  • Champion a LEAN culture within the distribution department, continuously seeking opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency.
  • Lead monthly analysis and presentation of distribution metrics, with a focus on increasing productivity and reducing costs.
  • Utilize the Total Quality Enhancement (TQE) to assist in improving Service Fulfillment Process.
  • Work closely with operations team to pursue 98% service fulfillment

Leadership Responsibilities

  • Manage and coach warehouse team members.
  • Oversee team hiring needs and performance management as needed.
  • Conduct personnel performance reviews of direct reports annually.
  • Assure that near miss reporting, toolbox talks, and safety checklists are being executed properly to improve safety metrics.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in logistics and distribution management.
  • Proven experience with cost reduction strategies and freight market analysis.
  • Experience in implementing logistics technologies such as TMS, WMS, and mobile barcoding systems.
  • Strong understanding of safety and compliance regulations for shipping and handling of goods, specifically dangerous goods/HAZMAT goods.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
  • Experience utilizing an ERP system (such as SAP, JD Edwards, Oracle)
  • Experience negotiating trade agreements with logistical vendors.
  • Microsoft Office
  • Experience reviewing, negotiating and approving Spot Quotes.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience within a Chemical Manufacturing Setting
  • International shipping, such as air freight or ocean freight
  • Bulk shipping experience



More About Dober:

Our Purpose: Fostering Ideas that Create Sustainable Solutions to Help Businesses Thrive

Our Values:

You won’t find our core values stuffed in a drawer. We believe in our core values so much that they’re painted all over our walls. To ensure compatibility, we do a deep dive on one’s core values when we’re hiring or developing a new partnership. The right candidate will demonstrate and share our core values through and through. Our values:

  • Amaze Our Customers
  • Courage to Create
  • Promote Team Success
  • Do the Right Thing
  • Mutual Trust & Respect
  • Positive Mental Attitude
  • Open Minded to Change


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