Director Of Logistics Jobs

We are seeking a Director of Logistics based in our Milton, Canada location to join the Supply Chain team.

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?

In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions. We are proud to be ranked by the prestigious Corporate Knights Inc. as the world’s most sustainable building material company in 2022.

Join us and make a difference!

Your Future Team

• You will report directly to the North American Vice President of Supply Chain and will work closely with: Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain Directors of Customer Service, Logistics, and Procurement, and Sister OPCO’s.
• You will become part of the Supply Chain team. The team describes themselves as a diverse team of professionals with a family spirit who bring varied backgrounds and expertise.
• In this position, you will have the opportunity to put your stamp on things by identifying and developing processes, implementing WMS systems and leveraging your people management skills to drive employee engagement.

What You Will Be Doing

• Inventory control & accuracy across North America network (internal/ external warehouses).
• Management of 3PL and physical management of inventory/materials.
• Key Performance Indicators:
• Distribution Costs
• Manage & optimize regional freight and distribution costs – develop & deliver budget.
• Lead sourcing strategy & management of external carriers and 3PL’s in supporting growth plans.
• Transportation Management – purchasing strategy, execution & management of relationships with carriers.
• Develop & implement logistics strategy roadmap.
• Manage & develop logistics team and resources.
• Define & implement flexible network distribution strategy: sourcing, number & location of warehouses, transportation means, distribution schemes.
• Safety & Environment (Internal & External)
• Customer Service Level / Lead Time / Delivery Performance
• Freight Costs
• Inventory Accuracy
• Control service levels & ensure capacity is available to support operational plans.

What You Bring

• Demonstrated success building, transforming and leading a logistics function and team.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a people manager role.
• Expert in field of logistics (transportation and distribution) with strong track record of delivering sustainable long-term business enhancements and efficiencies.
• Experience in transportation, distribution, and 3PL management in a complex, multi-site, growth oriented manufacturing or distribution organization.
• University degree plus a minimum of 10 years supply chain experience
• Experience managing employees at multiple sites, through effective use of metrics and KPI’s.
• Advanced systems aptitude (TMS/WMS) and excellent computer skills, working knowledge of SAP preferred.

What We Offer

• Life and Disability Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Retirement Pension Matching Program
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Massage Therapy & more
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Work from Home policy
• Top up plans for maternity and paternity leave

Who We Are

We are the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in 1937 in Denmark, we transform volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. We are a global company with more than 12,000 employees, located in 40+ countries with 51 manufacturing facilities… all focused on one common purpose – to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.

Sustainability is central to our business strategy. ROCKWOOL was one of the first companies to commit to actively contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) framework and are actively committed to 11 SDGs, including SDG 14, Life Below Water. Through our partnership with the One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we will help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it.

Diverse And Inclusive Culture

We want all our people to feel valued, respected, included and heard. We employ 79 different nationalities worldwide and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, promote diversity, and work against all forms of discrimination among ROCKWOOL employees.

At ROCKWOOL, you will experience a friendly team environment. Our culture is very important to us. In fact, we refer to our culture as “The ROCKWOOL Way”. This is the foundation in which we operate and is based upon our values of ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency.

ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.