Head of management hr

Team Lead, Logistics - Atlanta, GA
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE: SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers, and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber‑based packaging forward.

The opportunity
We are looking for a Team Lead, Logistics who will be responsible for all logistics driving towards high service at the lowest costs. The ideal person will provide effective coordination and execution of inbound and outbound freight movements for external customers, internal customers, and supplier shipments. The position will achieve favorable results through leading the assigned region’s daily management system, team member connectivity, and cross‑functional collaboration.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock

Responsible for the daily execution of inbound/outbound shipments for selected facilities and suppliers

Responsible for achieving all fiscal year financial and performance goals and objectives

Manage transportation events to ensure manufacturing, supplier, and customer satisfaction

Responsible for weekly service metric review for selected facilities, including cost, on‑time performance, route guide compliance, carrier capacity, spot shipment performance, and more

Ensure carrier receipt and response of daily load tenders

Perform daily outbound and inbound load tendering process

Track loads and hold carriers accountable to on‑time pick‑up and delivery

Communicate frequently with internal and external customers and carriers

Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities

Manage carrier trailer pools at selected facilities and suppliers

Lead or participate in process improvement initiatives, supporting root‑cause analysis and evaluating effectiveness of implemented solutions

Lead key waste function initiatives to drive out costs

Establish best practices for the team by building documented and effective processes (SOP’s)

Coach and mentor all team members for growth and development

Monitor Key Process Indicator (KPI) metrics; recognize and drive improvement opportunities

Ensure new team members successfully integrate into their new role through mentorship

Support all team members through daily activities, escalations, and roadblocks as they arise

Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal business partners

Serve as a back‐up to managers

What you need to succeed

Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university required

Minimum of 2 years related work experience in Supply Chain

Must possess industry knowledge and terminology, effective communication, and analytical skills with the ability to quickly analyze problem situations and make fact‑based decisions

Proficient in Microsoft Office; expertise in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, critical thinking, and negotiation skills

Ability to set priorities, achieve deadlines, and manage multiple tasks at the same time

Accuracy and attention to detail

Task oriented with strong organizational and time‑management skills

Understanding of transportation modes and solutions

Work well under pressure; possesses the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to participate in or lead project teams

Familiar with Routing and Scheduling software

Transportation Management System experience required (Preferably, Oracle Transportation Management)

What we offer

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence

Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities

Attractive compensation that reflects skills, competencies, and potential

A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.

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