Logistics Optimization Manager

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• Leads a small team of Logistics Analysts responsible for logistics network improvement projects as well as ongoing customer service optimization in a bulk industrial gas delivery environment.

• Overall responsibility for forecasting, adjusting, planning and scheduling deliveries of bulk cryogenic gases in a timely and efficient manner.

• Ensures uninterrupted supply of bulk gases to internal and external customers while also optimizing the utilization of resources (raw materials, drivers, trucks).

• Interfaces with remote site managers, drivers, external customers to carry out daily functions.

• Applies information collected from distribution technology solutions to improve safety and distribution effectiveness (i.e. reduce cost per mile, increase material delivered per mile) including training field personnel to ensure they are making the most of the technologies.

• Trains as a subject matter expert in the use of in house demand planning tools as well as remote monitoring tools (telemetry). This will require daily and weekly interaction with distribution locations to ensure routing data is current and that optimized routes and delivery schedules are being adhered to.

• Leads effort to train and support field personnel in the use of current as well as new routing tools.

• Creates methods for conducting logistics network design studies as well as practices for implementation and follow through. Provides tracking and feedback to ensure study benefits are being captured.

• Reviews current logistics plans (i.e. delivery intervals, tank sizes, telemetry demand), shipping procedures, and researches alternative options to current process.

• Provides hands-on support to locations resolving customer issues and directing logistics. Identifies, analyzes and implements changes to eliminate customer service interruptions.

• Troubleshoots and investigates distribution and logistics issues and makes recommendations for continuous improvement by completing ongoing distribution logistics reporting for the Business Unit.

• Well-versed in Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance rules and fleet support activities including providing ongoing support to the Fleet Maintenance and Fuel Programs.

• Other projects and duties as assigned.

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Education:

• Bachelor Degree in Transportation Logistics, Supply Chain or related major preferred.

• A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree requirements

• Strong aptitude and understanding of business and particularly transportation logistics principles is required. A high level of independent judgment and the ability to make decisions that are supported by sound business practices are must-have skill sets to be successful in this role.

Required Length & Type of Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of prior experience in a transportation, logistics, supply chain management, or operational support role required.

• CSCP, CLTD certification via Association for Supply Chain Management (or similar) are preferred

• Salesforce, SAP, SQL, Geotab, GoCanvas, Lytx experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent customer service & communication skills.

• Google Kite proficiency (Sheets, Slides, Meet)

• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.

• Strong skills in problem identification, evaluation and solution.

• Ability to compile, organize, interpret, and communicate data and results concisely.

• Solid organizational skills to manage multiple open projects.

• Strong work ethic with a professional, positive attitude and an eagerness to learn.

• Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate orally to individuals and groups. Strong level of attention to detail.

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We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children, including 14 weeks of paid child birth benefit for birth mothers on leave, as well as paid parental leave benefits for other associates.

Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

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Your differences enhance our performance

At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Please click here to view the EEO Know Your Rights poster and here to view the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination poster. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company's written Affirmative Action Plan or Policy Statement. This plan or policy statement is available for inspection upon request.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company and its group of companies does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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