Operations Manager - Warehouse (Supply Chain/Logistics)
Company: Penske Logistics
Location: Garland
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Operations Manager - Warehouse (Supply Chain/Logistics) Are you
an energetic and team-oriented leader focused on commitment to
customers, dedication to excellence and innovation? Do you have a
proven record of leadership excellence and a history of leading
teams to consistently exceed established goals in dynamic
operational environments? Do you have a proven ability to recruit,
train, develop, communicate with and retain team members? Do you
have a demonstrated ability to develop forward looking plans and
turn those plans into successful execution? Do you have a proven
ability to effectively manage financial resources? Penske Logistics
is seeking a proven leader with relevant experience and skills to
join our team of logistics professionals. We are seeking a
candidate to provide leadership at one of our warehousing
operations. The Operations Manager provides leadership to staff to
ensure customer requirements are achieved while meeting our Penske
goals and objectives. Position Summary: Lead teams in a dynamic
operational environment, to consistently exceed established goals,
demonstrate a commitment to customers and a dedication to
excellence and innovation. Develop forward looking plans and turn
those plans into successful execution. Effectively manage resources
to achieve operational excellence and meet or exceed the site
financial operating plan. Implement and maintain an incident free
safety culture at the operation. Major Responsibilities: People
Establish and sustain that all supervisors and associates are
trained and competent and understand how their work relates to the
customers' business objectives Establish and sustain that we
recruit, hire, train, develop and retain quality associates.
Establish and sustain effective, two-way communication that informs
and motivates as well as recognizes excellence among team members
Establish and sustain strong and effective relationships with
associates, the customer, and supporting departments Operations
Meet or exceed all customer key performance metrics and objectives
Interact daily with local customer to ensure existing and emerging
customer needs are understood Lead team to identify operational
improvements in areas such as inventory accuracy and warehouse
operations Collaborate with other Penske sites to share best
practices, leverage resources/assets, etc. Finance Develop and
execute annual financial and operating plan Lead the operation with
integrity to meet or exceed the Business Plan targets Identify
issues with the operating metrics and P&L and make required
adjustments in a timely manner Ensure customer billings and
associate payroll are prepared timely and accurately, the payables
and intercompany charges are valid and correct, and all other
activities are accurately reflected in the P&L. Safety Lead a
culture of safety through personal example Develop, execute, and
assess continuous improvement plan to reduce accident and injury
frequency Ensure each associate understands their individual role
and responsibilities, as well as the group's role and
responsibilities required to achieve and maintain a safe work place
Proactively identify and correct unsafe conditions, work processes,
and behaviors Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory
agencies and company policies and procedures Coach through safety
observations Growth/Customer Experience Identify opportunities for
continuous improvement and challenge the status quo Execute a
process to track and record value delivered to the customer
Identify and seize profitable business opportunities for the
customer and Penske Utilize available metrics to monitor and
maximize customer efficiencies and achieve cost savings.
Fleet/Assets Lead effort to improve fleet/equipment utilization,
maintenance availability and fuel efficiency Contribute to
equipment specification at time of start-up and renewal Build a
strong working relationship with local PTL district and other
equipment vendors Other projects and tasks as assigned by
supervisor Qualifications: 4 - 6 years related functional
experience. 3+ years managerial or supervisory experience with
supervising warehouse associates in distribution center management
required High School degree or equivalent required Bachelor's
Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management preferred Proficiency
with computers including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access,
PowerPoint required Must have ability to connect and build rapport
and relationships with associates and external customers at all
levels Must have ability to work efficiently with time management
and organizational skills with follow-up and follow through Ability
to manage through a problem and think and make decisions
independently Demonstrated ability to develop and execute annual
financial operating plan Ability to drive process improvement and
lead change Must demonstrate ownership & responsibility for running
the operation with a sense of urgency Strong written/oral
communication including the ability to present in front of others,
and demonstrate active listening skills are required Regular,
predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule,
work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment
application, submit to a background investigation (to include past
employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening
required. Physical Requirements: The physical and mental demands
described here are representative of those that must be met by an
associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The associate
will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written
form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and
understand certain instructions or guidelines. While performing the
duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk,
and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to
touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The
associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to
25lbs/12kg. Specific vision abilities required by this job include
close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
and the ability to adjust focus. Penske is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. About Penske Logistics Penske Logistics engineers
state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management
solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading
companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe
and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by
increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit
Penske Logistics to learn more. Date posted: 05/01/2024
Keywords: Penske Logistics, Garland , Operations Manager - Warehouse (Supply Chain/Logistics), Professions , Garland, Texas
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