RBCD Logistics Manager

Responsible for the supply chain from the 3PL warehouses to the Red Bull Canada Distribution (RBCD) locations on a national basis while providing primary point of contact for all topics concerning finished goods and/or visibility items. Plan and manage the logistics capacities and related resources required for these material flows with full visibility and traceability of product distribution. Pro-actively engage with key stakeholders to establish and maintain best-in-class supply programs that considers RBCD’s strategies in areas of forecasting, ordering process, stock levels in the trade and profitability. Regularly review logistics network based on business development to ensure planned sales can be executed without constraints. You will be the primary resource for the RBCD Operations team to provide analytical support for business initiatives and special projects.

INBOUND LOGISTICS INTO RBCD WAREHOUSES

Monitor the smooth flow of inbound truck shipments from 3PL to RBCD warehouses to ensure timely deliveries, safe receipt of product in the RBCD warehouses, and provide support to the RBCD Ops Managers and RBCD Warehouse Managers for inventory reconciliation in case of any discrepancies.

LOGISTICS ACTIVITIES/3PL MANAGEMENT

Work with RBCD and Red Bull Canada (RBCA) Operations teams to monitor and report 3PL’s performance to ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs), contractual obligations and KPI’s. Align with Red Bull Canada (RBCA) Operations team for supplier compliance.

Responsible for RBCD logistics budget planning, efficient use of the resources and logistic costs monitoring. Implement cost saving programs.

Initiate, prepare and manage logistics tenders and benchmark activities autonomously.

Ensure and retain the right balance between service levels of Red Bull partners and related costs incurred.

Ensure accuracy of stocks and product age with regular stock reconciliations.

Lead tracking, monitoring and reconciliation of inventory levels and ensure standardized processes across all RBCD locations.

Pallet inventory management (CHEP/US pallets).

Provide support in addressing new requirements related to RBCD warehouses safety and quality certificates.

Act as first point of contact towards RBCD Operations team, for all issues related to the “Order-to- Deliver” process.

Ensure product is handled correctly throughout the local supply chain in line with Global Quality standard (traceability, transport, and storage).

ORDER TO CASH PROCESS/RED BULL CANADA DISTRIBUTION PARTNER MANAGEMENT

Control and set up procedures in terms of managing orders, credit notes, penalties, and trade allowance. Facilitate supply of finished goods and POS for internal use (samples, events…).

Minimize transport costs (the number of LTL shipments per month).

Evaluate the logistics network for optimization potential through warehouse or routing changes.

Maximize RBCD order fulfillment.

PROCESSES, SYSTEMS AND MISCELLANEOUS

Make sure to successfully deliver month end closure processing.

Provide support by sharing required documentation and reporting during Internal and External Audits (Inventories, Orders, Invoices, …).

Maintain systems (WMS – Launch Pad/ERP S4 HANA, Liberty, Spring Outbounds) and database integrity.

Document and update local processes.

Usage of standard reporting. Recommend improvements in current reporting. Standardize local specific reporting.

Recommend improvement based on the reporting.

Apply professional project management and install continuous process improvement cycle.

EXPERIENCE Your areas of knowledge and expertise

that matter most for this role:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Operations, Planning, Logistics and Customer Service disciplines in consumer goods environment.
• Sound understanding of the logistics market and its players with the ability to effectively leverage previous work experience in managing multiple logistics providers.
• Self-motivated individual who can manage cross-functional stakeholders and foster performance.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with full appreciation of the ‘big picture’, without losing sight of the detail and with the commitment to deliver quality results.
• Process oriented with a holistic view of processes and experience in change management projects.
• Relationship builder with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to run analysis from multiple sources, providing reliable and valuable outputs.
• An entrepreneurial “Can-Do” attitude facilitated by continuous improvement and application of appropriate “best practices”.
• Good skills in all MS products (Excel, Word, Power Point) is a must, Access is a plus.
• Knowledge of SAP R/3, SAP APO and BI is a plus.
• Bilingual skills (English and French) is a plus.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, or related field.