Logistics Manager

Materials & Logistics Manager AKG North America – Mebane, NC At AKG, we believe great people build great products. We are looking for dependable, safety-focused team members who want to grow their skills and be part of a company that values teamwork, accountability, respect, and continuous improvement. If you enjoy hands-on work, problem-solving, and working with precision equipment in a manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply. We will train you. What We Offer Competitive pay based on experience Shift differential opportunities Great medical, dental, and vision benefits the first of the month after 30 days Company paid life insurance, STD insurance, and LTD insurance PTO and paid holidays 401(k) with amazing company match Training and advancement opportunities Stable manufacturing environment Employee recognition programs Team-oriented culture focused on safety and respect What You’ll Do The Materials & Logistics Manager is accountable for performance management, coaching, and development of these direct reports, and ensures that all teams work in alignment with AKG’s operational, safety, and quality standards. Oversees logistics, scheduling, shipping/receiving, and warehouse operations to ensure accurate inventory, reliable production flow, and on-time delivery to customers. Drives continuous improvement in material flow, planning accuracy, and warehouse utilization while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and company standards. Ensure company policies and procedures are followed in logistics, inventory, and planning operations. Develop and manage warehouse strategies, including space utilization, layout, and 3PL operations. Oversee inbound, internal, and outbound material movements, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and safety. Maintain accurate inventory records, conduct audits, and implement corrective actions for discrepancies. Lead production planning and scheduling across departments to align demand, materials, and capacity. Strong knowledge of material flow, inventory management, and production scheduling processes. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail. Ability to organize warehouses, inventory, and planning paperwork. Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel pivot tables and database management. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to supervise and motivate teams. Ability to document, improve, and train in the best practices and processes. Forklift certification preferred. Ability to multi-task while meeting department goals. Establish KPIs for inventory accuracy, warehouse utilization, and on-time delivery, and report results regularly. Ensure SAP system transactions (TRs, TOs, receipts, shipments, production orders) are timely and accurate. Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Engineering, and Quality to resolve material and scheduling conflicts. Attend daily/weekly production and management review meetings to provide updates and align activities. Adhere to all policies, procedures, and requirements set forth in AKG’s Environmental Management System (EMS). Regular physical attendance is a requirement of this position. Refer to AKG attendance policy in the Information Handbook for Employees. What We’re Looking For This position has full supervisory responsibility for the following functions and their respective leaders: Inventory Management Supervisor – overseeing cycle counts, inventory accuracy, and warehouse system transactions. Material Handling Supervisor – leading forklift drivers, warehouse material movers, and staging operations. Shipping Manager – responsible for inbound/outbound logistics, packaging, and carrier management. Master Scheduler – managing the master production schedule and aligning demand with capacity and materials. Production Planner / Data Analyst – responsible for detailed production planning, order tracking, and reporting analytics to support decision-making. Experience Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, or business, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience in logistics, materials management, or production planning, including supervisory responsibility. Strong ERP system knowledge (SAP WM, MM, PP modules preferred). Prior experience in a manufacturing environment. Requirements Must be available and able to work the agreed upon shift. Must be able to sit (50%) and walk (50%) of the time. May be required to bend, stoop, pull, push, twist, and turn. Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. (10% of the time). Must be able to use pallet jacks, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment as needed. You must use safety equipment such as steel-toe shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses when in the plant. Work environment: manufacturing and warehouse environment with occasional office work. AKG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr