Job Description

WHO WE ARE

At Cabinetworks Group, our shared purpose is to bring the kitchen to life. We design and manufacture the most comprehensive choice of kitchen cabinets in the country across our brands that include iconic leaders like KraftMaid®, Medallion® and Merillat®. We are America’s largest privately held cabinetmaker, a best-in-class team of over 6,000 team members across 20 locations, including 15 manufacturing facilities.

Salary Range: $85,000 to $115,000 annually, plus annual bonus

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Responsible for managing the scheduling and delivery processes for the transport of raw and finished goods. Ensure that the network delivery and storage providers are meeting plans and making continuous improvements. Work with our logistics, supply chain, and manufacturing teammates to assure expectations are being met. Identify, qualify, and supervise third party service providers and their performance establishing best practices for the entire small parcel, warehousing, and inbound transportation logistics sector. Maximize efficiencies, identify cost savings measures, initiate/monitor KPIs and maintain Cabinetworks Group and business partner’s compliance requirements. Collaborate within Cabinetworks as well as suppliers and service providers to identify, deploy, and implement network solutions. Negotiate rates and service commitments with third party providers. This position focuses on Inbound Transportation as well as all Small Parcel Transportation needs.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and participate in the development and revision of company policies and procedures to remain aligned with changing procurement and transportation needs within Cabinetworks

• Conduct and oversee regular internal reviews and audits to ensure meeting standards

• Lead, train, and mentor third-party service providers and Cabinetworks teammates to effectively execute day-to-day activities and support professional development

• Full involvement with small parcel operations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all inbound transportation

• Interface with third-party service providers and internal stakeholders routinely

• Orientation, training, and on-site audits of supplier shipping and Cabinetworks receiving/warehousing processes

• Control expenditure while maximizing available resources

• Small Parcel oversight in shipping, tracking, and cost optimization of lightweight packages

• Develop, review, and manage Cabinetworks third-party service provider monthly chargeback dollars for loss and damage of materials/goods in transit/storage

• Routine service provider performance reviews in-person/virtually addressing on-time pick-up/delivery, loss, damage, costs, and overall meaningful service levels

• Identify root causes that contribute to failures, claims, and inability to achieve goals within KPIs to develop, implement, and command counter measures bringing performance back to standard

• Participate in Kaizen and Six Sigma events focused on logistics cost reduction or service enhancements

• Responsible for carrier rates, cost performance to budget, and reporting on financial performance weekly/monthly

• Regularly review market data to drive cost savings

• Lead RFP’s, conduct cost analysis, determine and implement initiatives

• Maintain professional relationships with service providers

• Maintain transportation related platforms and their ensuring appropriate availability and usage across Cabinetworks

• Participate in finished goods returns to Cabinetworks’ resale facilities

• Completes other projects and responsibilities as requested by Cabinetworks leadership

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or transportation related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, and or supply chain role

• Proven track record of progressive experience in areas of transportation operations

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of maintaining strong relationships both internally and externally

• Highly analytical with a strong attention to detail

• Proficient computer skills required, including Microsoft Office Suite

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization

• Ability to think strategically with supporting analytical skills

• Ability to travel domestically as needed (2-5 weeks yearly)

• Ability to learn and utilize multiple ERPs and transportation systems/platforms

• Firm ability to negotiate and strong ability to hold third-parties responsible to expectations

• Strong organization and adherence to carrier / service provider contracts

• Project/Process implementation abilities (start to finish and site specific)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Critical thinking and cross functional project implementation abilities

• Lean Process Experience (Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping)

• Experience working in or with a manufacturing industry such as furniture or cabinets

• Experience within a third-party Logistics/Consulting firm and or small parcel service provider

• 5+ years in a leadership role managing carriers and contracting

WHAT WE OFFER

At Cabinetworks, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental support programs, and company-paid life and disability benefits. Eligibility and plan provisions may vary.

Shift

Full or Part Time

Cabinetworks Group (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

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