Dir, Logistics

Excellence Wanted.

About Us.

Nice-Pak is more than just a Nice Place to Work, and we owe it to our amazing team of nice people to ensure we are hiring new team members who can do more than just meet expectations. We aim to hire excellence.

At Nice-Pak, we manufacture products that touch (literally!) a person's every stage of life - from birth through adulthood to retirement - and worldwide! We are a leading manufacturer of wipes for major grocery, discount, drug, big box, and club membership retailers, and we care deeply about our associates and customers. We care about our environment too, which is why we stand by our commitment to sustainably source the materials that make our wipes work and support sustainable forestry through community engagement.

We live by our purpose of Creating Products for a Cleaner, Healthier World and it’s important to us that each time we add someone to our Nice-Pak family, we do so with our purpose statement in mind to achieve a workforce as special as our customer base.

Why This Job is Important.

The Director of Logistics is responsible for overseeing and optimizing inbound/outbound transportation operations (domestic & global), 3rd party warehousing strategies, and providing financial analysis of costs incurred. This role requires strong technical expertise in transportation management, a proven ability to mentor and develop teams, and extensive experience in cross-functional collaboration with procurement, warehousing, and customer service. The Director will develop strategic initiatives and drive a culture of continuous improvement to lower total transportation/warehousing costs while enhancing service levels and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

About You.

What you can expect in this role:

In This Role, You Will

At all times, comply with the Nice-Pak Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.

What We Expect From You In The Role

• A bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field is required.
• DOT requirements, C-TPAT, NAFTA, Hazmat, US Customs, Import/Export
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Warehousing/Transportation, preferably in a CPG environment.
• Develop and implement a logistics strategy that meets NP's overall objectives while also meeting customer needs: focusing on cost, speed, and reliability. Develop and manage KPIs to ensure these goals are met.
• Develop relationships, negotiate rates, and develop service metrics with all service providers (TL/IML/LTL/small package/3PL/ocean carriers/freight forwarders/customs brokers).
• Prepare annual freight and warehouse budgets, identify/execute cost improvement initiatives, and measure success against all.
• Select and manage Nice-Pak 3PL operations in North America.
• Prepare thorough financial analyses to vet through all functionally related potential cost savings initiatives.
• Understand all import/export requirements, including U.S. customs/FDA/EPA requirements, and manage relationships with customs brokers.
• Utilize transportation management systems (TMS) and other technologies to drive efficiency and automation.
• Collaborate with Procurement to secure transportation rates for suppliers internationally, particularly in Asia & Europe.
• Collaborate with Customer Service to efficiently enhance service levels and resolve transportation-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with all D.O.T. Hazardous Material regulations.
• Understand NAFTA requirements and provide oversight for annual compliance.
• Maintain C-TPAT Certification standards.
• Troubleshoot daily issues within the logistics organization and work with the team to manage through them.
• Foster personal development growth with continuous coaching and feedback on career development, partnering with HR and direct line manager
• Supervise and develop any assigned direct reports, including career development and project prioritization
• Collaborate with Marketing to develop, prioritize, and execute project portfolio
• Strong expertise in transportation management systems (TMS) and logistics technology solutions.
• Proven ability to renovate and optimize logistics teams and processes.
• Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing carrier contracts.
• Analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision-making and performance tracking.
  
  

How You Will Be Measured

• On-time deliveries.
• Actual costs within budgeted costs for every aspect of transportation and warehousing.
• Cost reduction initiatives
  
  

Where You Will Work

• Primarily working in a corporate/warehouse environment.
• Required travel: 10%
  
  

The Non-Negotiable Things.

• No shortcuts are allowed. We expect you to support our culture of excellence, safety, integrity, and teamwork, and hold others accountable for it.
• The law. Nice-Pak adheres to all local, state, and federal laws, and we expect every associate to do the same.
• You will work with many people, so you must be able to communicate respectfully, professionally, and purposefully both in writing and verbally.
• You must be able to read, write, and understand basic math principles, solve problems, and be resourceful on a computer, including Microsoft Office.
• You must be committed to caring for our people – co-workers and customers. This means being a good listener, conducting yourself ethically, providing feedback respectfully, and being honest and fair.
  
  

What You Can Count On From Us

• We will provide a safe work environment.
• Working conditions free from unusual hazards or otherwise significantly unpleasant conditions.
• We want you to succeed and will invest in you and your career.
• You can count on us to encourage diversity, equity, and an atmosphere of inclusion.
• Great benefits that start when you do, including access to an onsite medical clinic available to you and your dependents, 401(k) match, and vision, medical and dental coverage. We also offer tuition reimbursement, among other benefits.
  
  

The Important HR And Legal Stuff

Nice-Pak is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire the most qualified individuals and do not tolerate discriminatory behavior. We adhere to ADA standards and will review reasonable accommodations to support our employees. Pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, may be conducted as allowed by law.