Position Description Summary:
Responsible for directing and coordinating the support functions within the business operations that include; Quality, Inventory, Safety Compliance, Training and IT support. Aids the General Manager in formulating and administering the organizational policies by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate managers. Ensures that all operations and logistics functions are performed in a timely, cost-effective manner consistent with established corporate and client operations procedures and requirements.
Principal Accountabilities (The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all expectations.):
· Plans, organizes, and directs, administrative, and warehouse activities to meet or exceed established Key Performance Indicator goals.
· Coordinates activities of departments to deliver efficient material movement to drive costs/inventory investment down while improving accuracy and response time to customer.
· Coordinates with client, and department managers to identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement processes to reduce costs and increase and/or improve quality for all network activities and client service.
· Coordinates with managers to address organizational needs, equipment utilization and maintenance.
· Provides leadership, communication, and coaching to employees; cultivates a motivated employee environment of trust, teamwork, accountability, self-confidence, and business ownership.
· Ensures that network operations comply with federal, state, local, and/or company policies and regulations.
· Ensures that employees and managers have the required safety training and are consistently working in a safe manner; develops and implements safety programs to reduce accidents and injuries.
· Ensures that operational supplies are on hand and available at all times.
· Prepares all required reports and correspondence.
· Develops, implements, and monitors department budget; manages expenses within approved budget constraints.
· Keeps up to date on overall activities of the team, identifying problem areas and taking corrective actions.
· Performs other duties as assigned by manager.
The individual in this position must be capable of performing all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Knowledge and Skills (The following minimum requirements are normal guidelines and should not constrain the advancement of otherwise qualified personnel):
This is a management position. Exceptional interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills required. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required. Generally prefer 1-2 years of related supervisory or management experience.
Benefits:
Medical
We offer a number of plans for a variety of health care services and supplies, including preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services and prescription drugs.
Vision
The option for separate vision coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.
Dental
The option for separate dental coverage to cover preventative major and basic dental services.
401(k)
The company offers a pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan with a company match.
Direct Deposit
We offer direct deposit to all employees.
Holidays
On a calendar year basis, the Company pays all employees 6 major holidays, including New Year's Days, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.
At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.
Equal Opportunity Employer–minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity