Logistics & Distribution Manager - Legacy Turkey - Melrose, MN

Legacy Turkey has a full-time, benefits eligible, career opportunity in the role of Logistics & Distribution Manager. This role is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the organization’s supply chain operations; it also ensures efficient planning, coordination, storage, and distribution of goods while maintaining cost-effectiveness, compliance, and high customer service standards. Located in Melrose, MN, Legacy Turkey employs many people in a variety of roles with varying levels of expertise. We hire individuals with a strong work ethic who align with our core values. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, including inventory, warehousing, transportation, and distribution

• Ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery of goods
• Maintain accurate inventory records and implement inventory control systems
• Conduct cycle counts and audits to ensure inventory accuracy
• Select carriers and negotiate rates and contracts
• Plan and optimize delivery routes
• Monitor shipments to ensure on-time delivery and cost control
• Manage schedules and allocate resources effectively
• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements
• Develop and implement cost-saving strategies
• Resolve delivery issues and customer complaints
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
• Develop and manage logistics budgets
• Monitor expenses and optimize operational costs

Knowledge * Proficiency in logistics and inventory management systems Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy

Abilities

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Leadership and team management capabilities

Experience * Minimum 2 years in logistics or supply chain management. Education/Credentials * Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field preferred. Benefits at Legacy Turkey: We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with company match, 401K plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, holiday pay, company paid short and long term disability, and company paid life insurance. Salary Range: $85,670 - $107,087 Apply Online or to Further Inquire Contact: Virgil Aguirre Jr. | Human Resources Manager View phone number on click.appcast.io Legacy Turkey provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. * Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
• Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions)