Suave Brands Company · 5 hours ago
Sr. Manager, Supply Chain, Logistics
Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $150K/yr
7+ years expSuave Brands Company LLC is a consumer goods company known for its brands Suave and Chapstick. The Senior Manager, Supply Chain – Logistics is responsible for leading logistics strategy and execution across the company's health & beauty portfolio, overseeing transportation, warehousing, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure operational excellence and cost efficiency.
BeautyConsumer GoodsCosmeticsManufacturingPersonal Care and Hygiene
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive logistics strategy aligned with business growth, customer needs, and cost targets
Lead network design initiatives including warehouse footprint, transportation modes, inventory flows, and capacity planning
Evaluate and deploy technology and automation to improve logistics productivity and visibility
Oversee all domestic and international transportation (LTL, FTL, parcel, drayage, ocean, air) ensuring on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery
Lead carrier selection, negotiations, and annual bid processes to optimize rates and service performance
Manage transportation KPIs including cost per pound, carrier reliability, transit times, and freight claims
Manage relationships with 3PL partners, ensuring accountability to SLAs, compliance, safety, and continuous improvement
Own warehouse performance metrics: accuracy, inventory control, productivity, fill rates, and cost-to-serve
Drive implementation of LEAN principles, SOP development, and operational best practices
Partner with Planning, Procurement, Sales, Finance, Quality, and Regulatory teams to align logistics operations with business needs
Support new product launches, promotional builds, and e-commerce fulfillment initiatives
Serve as the logistics expert for customer supply chain teams to resolve issues and enhance retailer partnerships
Own logistics budgets including transportation, warehousing, packaging materials, and special projects
Track, forecast, and report logistics expenses with high accuracy
Lead productivity initiatives to reduce cost-to-serve while maintaining or improving service quality
Ensure compliance with DOT, FDA, customs, and relevant health & beauty regulatory requirements
Oversee import/export documentation, HTS classification, and customs broker performance
Develop contingency plans for supply disruptions, carrier constraints, and network capacity fluctuations
Guide employees through organizational change including harmonizing processes, clarifying roles, and building a unified team culture
Identify talent gaps, assess inherited team capabilities, and implement training, coaching, and development plans to elevate logistics performance
Champion transparent communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution as teams, systems, and workstreams are integrated
Model inclusive, positive leadership that embraces diverse backgrounds and experiences across a newly combined workforce
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field
7+ years of experience in supply chain logistics within CPG, beauty, health, or personal care industries
Proven experience leading 3PL operations and transportation networks
Strong data analytics skills; proficiency with ERP, TMS, WMS, and advanced Excel (or similar tools)
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and deliver cost savings
Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional influence skills
Preferred
Master's degree or professional certification (APICS, CSCMP, Six Sigma)
Experience in managing 3PL providers
Expertise with sustainability initiatives in logistics (carbon reduction, packaging optimization, VAVE etc)
Familiarity with retailer supply chain requirements (Walmart, Target, Amazon, club channels, etc)
Benefits
Annual discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance
Company
Suave Brands Company
At Suave Brands Company, our mission is to elevate the standard of beauty and personal care in North America.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-02-14Acquired
Leadership Team
Daniel Alter
Chief Executive Officer
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