Logistics Manager

Ace Hardware Corporation is a retailer-owned cooperative of more than 4,800 independent Ace stores in all 50 states, and 70 countries, with 16 Distribution Centers throughout North America.  Ace's distribution network is one of the cornerstones of the corporation's success. By utilizing advanced technology and an integrated team approach at our distribution centers nationwide, we're able to consistently deliver one of the highest service levels in the industry to our retailers. This commitment to excellence carries through to each employee at our Distribution Centers.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Logistics Manager for our Distribution Center (DC) located in Princeton, IL. As a member of the Senior Management team, the Logistics Manager will manage the Distribution Center traffic department in a manner that is efficient and profitable, while providing ACE Retailers superior transportation service. The Logistics Manager will provide staff with the leadership and direction required to meet goals and objectives for the traffic department as well as for the retail support center. The Logistics Manager will manage logistics personnel, logistics systems and the activities of the traffic department including all outbound shipments to retailers as well as managing backhaul opportunities. Responsible for the overall financial success of the traffic department.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement and control products, goods and services to meet the needs of ACE retailers.
• Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, imports or exports, or customer issues.
• Responsible for the maintenance of reports, process documentation, customer service logs, and training and safety records.
• Direct outbound logistics operations, such as transportation or warehouse activities, safety performance, or logistics quality management.
• Negotiate with suppliers or customers to improve supply chain efficiency or sustainability.
• Negotiate transportation rates or services.
• Responsible for meeting and/or exceeding all financial goals for the department. Analyze the financial impact of proposed logistics changes, such as routing, shipping modes, product volumes or mixes, or carriers.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state and Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) rules and regulations and driver safety.
• Maintain positive driver and staff employee relations.
• Manage and oversee private fleet of tractors and trailers executing deliveries out of the Retail Support Center.
• Responsible for the safety of the department and security of people and resources, accident investigations and loss prevention.
• Ensure carrier compliance with company policies or procedures for product transit or delivery.
• Lead, support and encourage Ace Values:  Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork. 
• Responsible for planning, implementing and controlling products, goods and services to meet the needs of Ace retailers. 
• Responsible for the maintenance of reports, process documentation, customer service logs, and training and safety records. 
• Responsible for optimal route structure and implementation, routing systems, demand planning, and overall logistics support.
• Serve as the focal point for the administration and oversight of the logistics process as well as tactical interactions with supplies. This will include benchmarking, negotiating and managing third party vendor contracts and service levels.   
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree required or comparable experience
• Previous Supervisory experience
• Previous financial and P&L experience
• Experience with load/freight management
• Dispatching experience
• Knowledge of Hours of Service rules 
• Familiar with hazardous materials information and regulations
• Must possess positive employee relation skills 
• Excellent communication skills Experience with Microsoft office (Word and Excel)  

Compensation Details:

$115000-$143500

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

• Semi-Monthly Pay
• Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity)
• 18 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 9 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents.
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation
• Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review.
• Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering our employees opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation.
• Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events.
• Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
• Adoption cost reimbursement
• Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

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Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

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The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

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