(ASKY) - Director of Operations

Denso•Hopkinsville, KY

14h

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY Directs operational activities for multiple operations units. Plans, develops and establishes the policies and objectives for multiple distribution centers, as well as the affiliate's SHE (safety, health and environment), facilities and kaizen groups in accordance with regional and global strategies, while also adhering to all federal, state and local regulations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Directly and through management team, directs personnel activities by developing performance expectations, assessing individual training needs, and planning for goal obtainment. Identifies and develops future leadership candidates in the operations units. Develops short and long-term strategies and business plans for each assigned group to align with company goals and objectives. Identifies, monitors and reports to top management on key performance indicators for each assigned group. Maintains awareness of current trends and new technology in supply chain management, safety awareness and reporting and facilities planning. Reports out to top management. Establishes and maintains strong and positive relationships with suppliers and customers to identify, discuss and implement supply chain improvements. Supports achievement of profit objectives through prudent control of expenses, labor and capital investments. Utilizes extensive data analysis to determine root cause and address major issues regarding inefficient warehouse operations, safety incidents and/or environmental concerns. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree business, supply chain or related field
15+ Years of Related Experience
Strategic mindset
Excellent problem solving skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills and good presentation skills
Advanced knowledge of sales management theories, processes and terms
Strong analytical skills to investigate, interpret and reconcile information from several distinct sources in situations where conclusions or resolutions are discernible
Strong customer service skills
Negotiation skills to resolve difficult or complicated situations
Ability to develop and maintain G&O’s
Competent level of experience using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Strong organizational and time management skills
People management

Responsibilities

Directs operational activities for multiple operations units.
Plans, develops and establishes the policies and objectives for multiple distribution centers, as well as the affiliate's SHE (safety, health and environment), facilities and kaizen groups in accordance with regional and global strategies, while also adhering to all federal, state and local regulations.
Directly and through management team, directs personnel activities by developing performance expectations, assessing individual training needs, and planning for goal obtainment.
Identifies and develops future leadership candidates in the operations units.
Develops short and long-term strategies and business plans for each assigned group to align with company goals and objectives.
Identifies, monitors and reports to top management on key performance indicators for each assigned group.
Maintains awareness of current trends and new technology in supply chain management, safety awareness and reporting and facilities planning. Reports out to top management.
Establishes and maintains strong and positive relationships with suppliers and customers to identify, discuss and implement supply chain improvements.
Supports achievement of profit objectives through prudent control of expenses, labor and capital investments.
Utilizes extensive data analysis to determine root cause and address major issues regarding inefficient warehouse operations, safety incidents and/or environmental concerns.
Performs other duties as assigned.