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Senior Manager Inbound Logistics

Sullivans

Sioux Falls, SD

Posted/Updated: 30+ days ago

Job Description
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for optimizing logistics operations? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where efficiency and collaboration drive success? If so, Sullivans wants YOU to lead our Inbound Logistics team!
Why Join Sullivans?
At Sullivans, we’re more than just a giftware company—we’re a team driven by innovation, quality, and exceptional service. As an industry leader, we value strategic thinkers who can enhance our logistics operations and ensure seamless inbound processes. If you have a keen eye for detail and a results-driven mindset, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

What You’ll Do:
  • Develop and execute strategic inbound routing plans to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Oversee dynamic load planning, utilizing company assets and third-party carriers to streamline deliveries.
  • Set up and maintain schedules for inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring on-time delivery.
  • Direct the flow of materials and products, keeping operations running smoothly.
  • Collaborate with internal departments to implement logistics improvements that enhance productivity.
  • Supervise and mentor the logistics team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Manage the importing and exporting process, ensuring compliance with all regulations and policies.
Product Life Cycle & Inventory Management:
  • Monitor showroom sample receiving and sales representative sample shipments.
  • Work with National Accounts on exclusive SKU setup and PO placement with vendors.
  • Assist sales representatives with customer custom orders.
  • Identify slow-moving products and recommend discounting strategies.
  • Maintain reporting data for all logistics costs, including ocean freight, inland freight, and duty.
  • Review and approve payment invoices for vendors, freight, and duty.
  • Collaborate with multiple departments daily to troubleshoot shipping needs and provide historical data.
Staff Management:
  • Direct the team to ensure timely arrival of samples and stock shipments and proper maintenance of sales promotions and closeouts.
  • Oversee the Sample Assistant to ensure showroom and sales force samples are available.
  • Manage the Inventory Specialist to ensure accurate product delivery monitoring.
Department Leadership:
  • Prepare and manage the department’s annual budget.
  • Maintain relationships with foreign offices, agents, and incoming freight shipping partners.
Ready to drive efficiency and innovation in inbound logistics? Apply today and be part of the Sullivans success story!