Logistics Operations Manager

Location: Hartsville, SC, USA

From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.

Position Summary

The purpose of the Logistics Operations Manager is to lead and execute the day to day transportation activities by establishing sound transportation strategies to provide competitive advantage.

The Manager is responsible for understanding the transportation industry and translating that knowledge into opportunities across the organization.

Opportunities could be reduced cost, improved technology, higher quality, better yield and increased dependability of demand, more value-added services, or acquisition candidates. Due to the strategic nature of the crucial area managed by this position, the effectiveness of this position is readily apparent to the bottom line of Sonoco.

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute the transportation strategy and carrier management strategy that align with business need to deliver best in class service.
• Manage the day-to-day transportation related operations to include planning, tracking, executing, and lane performance root cause analysis
• Identify and implement cost savings initiatives focused on operational efficiencies.
• Work with data analysts to build KPI’s, dashboards, and provide visibility to the businesses of operational costs drivers.
• Lead internal and cross-functional teams to improve operational performance. Communicate with mid to senior level managers regarding operations.
• Provide work direction and guide daily activities of assigned people within the department.
• Be the subject matter expert for the Logistics team to the business.
• Develop and foster strategic relationships with suppliers and carriers rooted in open communication and the sharing of data.
• Improve the internal processes and OTM processes to create an efficient work environment that eliminates waste from the workday.

Knowledge & Skills Required

• Advanced analytical and finance skills
• Excellent communication and influence skills
• Project and change management skills to implement strategies
• Ability to translate abstract inputs into concrete actions

Strategic Thinking

Team building skills

• Independent action
• Results based on developed strategies
• Consistent achievement of annual goals
• Ability to travel 30% or more of the time

Education Preferred

Bachelors Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or other related field

Masters level degree preferred

Experience

Minimum 7 years relevant experience in an OTM environment.

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services

Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family

Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.

Additional Locations: Charlotte, NC, USA