General Manager, Logistics

Carvana • Colonial Heights, VA

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About The Position

Logistics is the art of problem-solving personified. As the General Manager for Logistics at Carvana, you will ensure that our promise of a revolutionary used car purchase process is realized. You will do this by becoming the subject matter expert in all facets of the logistics operations. You’ll be organizing, and optimizing the Vehicle Transport operations, ensuring the day to day activities are completed, and problem solving through complex obstacles to your business. Our purpose is to safely deliver the right vehicle to the right place at the right time in the right condition.

Requirements

• 4+ years of people leadership experience and 4 years of logistics or supply chain experience OR Bachelor's Degree in related fields.
• Ability to develop individuals and teams for organizational success.
• Aptitude for creative problem-solving.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels.
• Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet.
• Requires standing for an extended period of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking and stooping, pushing and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Nice To Haves

• CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide premium customer service and efficiently deploy assets; by managing inventory and route or departure accuracy
• Responsible for daily operations’ execution; problem solve to remove barriers for execution.
• Provide hands-on support where necessary (with drivers, planners, loaders, and inventory teams).
• Ability to execute on company standards and strategic initiatives.
• Proper scheduling of resources to achieve projected goals
• Primary liaison for logistics between retail operations, 3rd party vendors, inspection center operations, and corporate partners.
• Ensure DOT compliance.
• Build/maintain a culture of safety, engagement, motivation, and recognition.
• Manage team of 10-15 and oversee a team over 60 employees
• Active participant in all things people including; performance management, scheduling, and hiring
• Train supervisors in all aspects of management and operations
• Extreme focus on organization and time management.
• Maintain open and effective communication with direct reports, logistics network, and location team members
• Have the ability to flex and adjust with the business while displaying a positive, ‘can do’ attitude.
• A willingness to roll up your sleeves, take on new assignments and juggle many things at once. In other words, you’re a multi-tasking wizard!
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401K with company match
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees