Head of Supply Chain & Logistics

is an international lifestyle brand headquartered in Buffalo, NY with an authentic sports heritage that dates back over 100 years. Best known for being the official on-field cap for MLB, official sideline cap for NFL, and official on-court cap for NBA, New Era Cap is the brand of choice not only for its headwear collection, but also for its accessories and apparel lines for men, women and youth. The brand is worn as a symbol of self-expression by athletes, artists and some of the most interesting people around the globe. New Era Cap encourages people to truly express their personal style and individuality through its products.Since 1920, this family-owned business has hired employees who are masters of their craft. We demand excellence because we pride ourselves on the quality of our products and the authenticity of our brand. Check out this exciting opportunity at New Era Cap’s Headquarters (HQ) building located in downtown Buffalo, NY. This role is 100% on-site, encouraging employees to collaborate and connect in person five days a week. HQ offers an inviting atmosphere, complete with an on-site café, fitness center, and Flagship store.The Manager, Logistics will support regional implementation of global initiatives by resourcing and networking with other departments to support positive outcomes in both the financial and operational arenas. You will ensure effective, efficient, and compliant shipping execution is followed on all shipments (inbound/outbound) for the region along with the coordination of other departments like customer service, sales, distribution, and trade compliance. In addition, this individual will manage and oversee the vendor network for all modes of transportation to align, leverage, and deploy logistics strategies improving the overall serviceability, scale, and pricing for New Era Cap.Our team oversees four functional groups within New Era: Logistics, Distribution, Logistics Integration, and Trade Compliance. We are responsible for managing all product movement from the time it leaves the factory until the time it is delivered to the end customerResponsibilities Manage the relationships and act as the primary point for communication between all of New Era’s logistic partners for NA (LTL, FTL, Intermodal, Air and Ocean, and the company New Era Cap)Anticipate, analyze, and troubleshoot problems with inbound/outbound deliveries and devises cost-effective and legal solutions; and acts to implement sameEnsure optimum delivery reliability to the customer by developing efficient and effective flow processes and identifying process improvement and cost reduction strategies that are in line with business objectivesParticipate in strategic planning by identifying short- and long-term strategies for transportation and cost savingsAssist in the lane level sourcing strategy with all providers and the negotiation of truckload rates with common carriers to mitigate inflation and implement cost saving projectsEnsure vendor execution against transportation requirements, meeting requirements of customersCreate and manage KPIs for logistic providers with a keen focus on budget adherence and areas of improvementManage freight billing process and assure that freight invoices match contracted rates and are paid accurately and timelyEnsure that all shipping complaints and feedback are handled quickly and to the satisfaction of the customer. Analyze complaints on regular basis for trends and reoccurrence. Discuss findings and recommendations with leadership to implement changeEnsure SAP routing are set up/maintained within the distribution network and SAPManage the logistics team (Logistics Coordinators) to execute logistics strategy and provide training, and development within the groupCounsel, consult, communicate, instruct, and monitor direct-reporting employees in acceptable practices and department and Company policies and proceduresSupport Hot Market activities, related to major sporting events, that require quick turn around and urgent resolutions as neededKeeps all sensitive matters confidentialOther duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel required Experience with the use of TMS and WMS systemsExcellent ability to communicate, follow-up, and engage with outside partners to ensure proper proceduresDemonstration to execute in timely manner in a fast-paced environment Exercise sound independent judgmentKnowledge of multimodal solutions Strong follow-up with attention to detailWorking knowledge of SAPAPICs certification a plus Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics or similar field preferred; additional experience in lieu of degree may be consideredFive (5) to Seven (7) years progressive experience in transportation, logistics or supply chain management, at least 3 years of people management experience Customer Service or Operations management experience a plusTravel RequirementThe location for this position is 100% on-site in Buffalo, NY10% to 15%; domestic and/or globalThe salary range for this posted position is $75,000 - $95,000 (plus bonus & benefits) and pertains to candidates located in Western New York. Our casual work environment celebrates individuality and encourages employees to showcase their personal style. We pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial stability, and personal growth, along with a generous PTO policy.As an employee, you'll enjoy a range of perks, including paid parking, exclusive discounts on apparel and headwear, and professional development opportunities right here on-site.