Logistics Manager

Company: MicroStar Logistics
Location: Eagle Pass
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

MicroStar Quality Services (MQS) is a division within MicroStar Logistics, the market-leading provider of keg management and logistics services to the U.S. beer industry. We leverage our pool of nearly 6 million kegs to enable our customers to grow and focus on brewing world-class beer. Our pooled-asset model also helps brewers take empty keg miles off the road reducing the industry's carbon footprint. We're proud to count industry leaders including Constellation, New Belgium Brewing, Oskar Blues, Stone Brewing, Ale Smith and more than 800 other award-winning brewers as customers. The strength of our business model and our company culture have helped us earn our customers' loyalty. In fact, many of the largest and fastest-growing brewers have used our program for nearly two decades. To learn more, visit www.microstarlogistics.com.
The MicroStar Quality Services division uses cutting-edge technology and proprietary know-how to provide world-class keg repair and maintenance services to the entire beer industry. From critical valve repair to full body dent removal, the work performed in our Keg Quality Centers help customers safely extend the life of these valuable and durable stainless-steel assets.
The primary responsibility of the Manager of Logistics in Eagle Pass, is to manage all cross border shipments to and from Mexico, while providing the highest level of customer service.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for execution of cross border shipments to and from Mexico, including customs requirements
• Coordination of inbound and outbound shipments from the Eagle Pass Quality center by working with multiple parties; including MicroStar's transportation vendors, customers, warehouse partners and MQS team members
• Provide regular operational updates to key stakeholders, including service and fill rate metrics, partner performance reviews and gap identification and resolution
• Manage & report internal inventory of operation consumables and kegs, as well as customer inventory
• Work closely with MicroStar's Customer Fulfillment and Supply Planning teams
• Provide data driven and constructive input on vendor performance
• Key contributor for continuous improvement of import and export supply chain
• Interact with all levels of the organization and effectively communicate ideas, concepts, and procedures to all levels within the organization, from the manufacturing floor to senior management
  Required Skills:
  • Previous experience in transportation operations, customs, cross border and warehousing
  • Previous experience working with TMS, WMS and ERP systems
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment and be able to maintain quality
  • Excellent communications skills, both orally and written
  • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strategic and analytic skills with a problem-solving mindset
  • Adapt quickly to innovation and change
  • Facilitate process improvement initiatives
  • Demonstrates integrity and superior interpersonal skills, developing strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Bilingual in Spanish
    Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
    • Minimum of 3 years experience in cross boarder logistics
      Working Conditions:This position is located in a production / manufacturing work environment.
      The employee may be exposed to high noise level, manufacturing/electrical equipment, pressurized equipment, moving objects, hazardous materials, fumes/odors, dirt/dust, and warm/cold temperatures.
      Personal protective equipment is required when on the production floor to include: steel toe boots, hearing protection and eye protection. No loose clothing, jewelry, or accessories are allowed.
      Additional Details:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
      MicroStar offers a competitive compensation package to include Fortune 500 caliber benefits, 401k + Employer Match, PTO and Sick leave.
      MicroStar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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