Director of Logistics 

CheckSammy  Addison, Texas, United States (On-site)SaveApply

CheckSammy is seeking an experienced and highly organized Logistics Manager to oversee and manage our company’s logistics operations, grow our vendor network and build lasting vendor relationships. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. As the primary contact for transportation carriers and vendors, you will manage daily operations, identify improvement opportunities, and maintain financial and operational reporting. Your project management expertise will support special initiatives and the implementation of tools and services to enhance our logistics efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate logistics with our vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods, pickup and minimize shipping costs.
• Lead and manage a team of operations staff, providing guidance, coaching, and support.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of standard operating procedures and work instructions to support functional area of responsibility as needed.
• KPI monitoring, trend analysis, Utilizing the data to make business decisions, Deep diving to perform root cause analysis, performance improvement, driving the team towards company's goal.
• Acts as the primary point of contact for transportation carriers and 3rd party vendors for outbound channel shipping operations.
• Manages day-to-day outbound operations with transportation carriers and 3rd party vendors.
• Identifies and suggests vendor performance improvement opportunities based on reporting and operational trends.
• Lead contact for 3rd party vendor initiatives including but not exclusive to temp control monitoring and audit.
• Negotiate contracts and rates with carriers, suppliers, and logistics service providers.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and carriers to ensure high-quality service.
• Address and resolve any issues or disputes with vendors and carriers promptly.
• Forecasts quarterly spend for transportation and 3rd party vendors.
• Support Operations Director and cross functional partners on special projects and initiatives as needed.
• Assists in the evaluation and implementation of 3rd party tools and services.
• Acts as the point of contact between outbound locations and cross-functional partners.
• Identifies risks to on-time delivery through daily tracking reports and partners with internal and vendor teams to mitigate risk where possible.
• Liaison for claim facilitation between CheckSammy and all involved parties.
• Prepare and present logistics reports to senior management, highlighting key performance metrics and areas for improvement.
• Analyze logistics data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Develop and implement action plans based on data analysis to improve logistics performance.

Who we are

At CheckSammy we believe landfill waste is a massive problem, and we knew we could do something about it. With our technology and commitment to sustainability, we’re redefining what it means to be a junk removal solutions and sustainability provider. We offer on-demand and subscription-based pricing and complete customization for all our services.

But what sets us apart is our proprietary technology, patented techniques, and exclusive partnerships with respected sustainability vendors across the board, allowing us to move efficiently and tackle complex waste and recycling situations. We take pride in providing junk removal solutions with a conscience in a data-driven world.

What You’ll Love About CheckSammy

CheckSammy’s greatest assets are the employees. The employees make the fast-paced and energetic culture a place you’ll love and want to be. A place where we are creating and innovating ways to help keep the revolutionize the future of waste, recycling and sustainability.

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Logistics Manager or in a similar role.
• Preferably 5+ years of experience in logistics management or transportation industry
• Strong knowledge of logistics operations and working with outside vendors
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience in the transportation industry is preferred.
• Travel 25-30% of the time