has announced an industry leader in warehouse management and transportation logistics, as the new operator of Schnucks’ St. Louis NorthPark (SLNP) distribution center.
Penske Logistics executives have conducted site tours of the SLNP warehouse, have praised its design and technologies, and are preparing to begin managing supply and distribution operations at the SLNP facility starting this spring in alignment with Schnucks’ commitment to customers for quality and service.
“We are excited to have Penske Logistics managing our newest warehouse facility and look forward to their ideas for providing exceptional service to our customers,” said Todd Schnuck, chairman and CEO, Schnuck Markets, Inc. He added that Penske is a great cultural fit and has an entire team dedicated solely to managing and operating the SLNP warehouse efficiently to support and supply the 100 Schnucks locations in five states.
Penske Logistics employs more than 14,000 people worldwide and manages more than 21 million square feet of warehouse space including fresh food distribution centers. The company has recently been ranked as a top 10 logistics service provider and a top warehouse management provider by Inbound Logistics and Food Logistics magazines.
“We share Schnucks strong commitment to customer service, running safe, efficient operations, and to supporting our associates. We are striving to ensure a seamless transition of the SLNP operation,” said Marc Althen, president, Penske Logistics. “We know thriving businesses depend on smooth warehousing operations, and from what we’ve observed, Schnucks’ SLNP facility is extremely well designed for streamlining and boosting the effectiveness of their delivery network. We appreciate Schnucks giving us the opportunity to take their ongoing customer commitment to deliver quality products at affordable prices to a whole new level with our supply chain solutions and supporting their plans for growth.”
Interested candidates should visit to apply for jobs at the SLNP warehouse run by Penske Logistics.
Founded in St. Louis in 1939, is a third-generation, family-owned grocery/pharmacy retailer committed to nourishing people’s lives. The company takes pride in its community partnerships and gives more than $13 million annually in food to food pantries and more than $1.7 million to not-for-profit organizations through the company’s My Schnucks Card program. Schnucks currently operates 100 stores in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin and Iowa. Privately held, Schnucks employs 14,000 teammates and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
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The math and logistics connection takes on special significance every March 14 as math enthusiasts around the nation observe “National Pi Day,” which celebrates pi – 3.14159265 or 3.14 for short – also known as the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter.
With individual loads, ClearChain can drill down to the part-level details so people within the supply chain can see what is being shipped, where it is, compare the quantity ordered to the actual number that shipped, and track and trace loads to monitor their status. Penske also can configure ClearChain so customers receive real-time notifications related to loads, such as when a load is picked up, enters a certain geographical area or is delayed. The end user can choose an alert preference—email or text. This will allow the warehouse to be ready when a load arrives.
Here is an example of what the license provides: a customer is receiving a shipment of automotive products from the United States to , the country’s main airport. Before receiving the license, it may take two to three days to clear customs, in the event of an inspection. Now, that same shipment with the AEO-Full license can typically receive customs approval within a day, and without physical inspection.
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The company offers temperature-controlled supply chain solutions – featuring uninterrupted cold chain dedicated trucking and warehousing – as well as sophisticated equipment tracking, delivery coordination between vendors, distribution centers and stores as well as local sourcing of the freshest products.
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Alex Graniewicz, Penske Logistics Mexico.
In a story published on the , ATA President Chris Spear stated: “ATA is proud to select these respected drivers as the newest America’s Road Team captains, and we are thankful that they will continue to tell their important stories throughout the country. Their companies, friends and families should all be incredibly proud of these drivers for dedicating themselves to spreading a positive message about trucking.”
According to the logistics publication, recipients are celebrated for making sustainability a part of their supply chain strategy.
The next step for Taylor is to visit ATA’s headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, in January to make his case before a panel of industry experts.
Neil Kirk, Penske Logistics truck driver, made company history when he was named the organization’s first-ever ATA Road Team Captain. Here he is at a conference in April 2016.
“They received training on how to evaluate risks to better protect public health by putting meaningful controls in place,” recounted Aaron Henderson, Penske director of loss prevention. “We have to mandate that employees who handle food products are not sick themselves, and that they follow proper sanitary practices, like hairnets and gloves where appropriate. If products drop on the floor, it is imperative those items are properly disposed of.
