Warehouse & Packing Logistics Manager at L & M Companies Inc – East Palatka, Florida

TITLE: L&M Warehouse & Packing Logistics Manager

REPORTS TO: TBD

SUMMARY: The L&M Warehouse & Packing Logistics Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing freight movement to and from all L&M Farms and Warehouses. This role is key driver in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and reliability of drivers and equipment, directly impacting the operation of the Company’s supply chain. By collaborating with sales, warehouses, farms, vendors, and customers, this position fosters operational excellence and upholds the Company’s dedication to exceptional service and performance standards.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

LOCATION: East Palatka, Florida

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate with internal teams (warehouses, farms, sales) and external vendors/customers to optimize truck usage and support L&M’s logistics operations
• Recruit and develop a driver program to attract and retain top talent for long-term careers with L&M
• Oversee the expansion of the warehouse transportation division, scaling up to 15 trucks within a network of Farms and Warehouses, including a combination of company-owned, leased, and independent operator trucks
• Develop and implement a top-tier safety program to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
• Establish a high standard of service for L&M’s transportation assets, creating demand from customers and vendors who prefer L&M’s fleet over external carriers
• Develop and manage a comprehensive maintenance plan for both preventive and emergency repairs of trucks and trailers
• Collaborate with all departments to reduce operating costs by coordinating partial loads, consolidating shipments, and maximizing backhauls to eliminate empty trailer space