Logistics Operations Manager

Daimler Truck•Detroit, MI

1d•$128,000 - $164,000•Onsite

About The Position

Inside the Role This position will act as the Logistics Operations Manager that supports all Detroit Transmission/Axle business. This role has primary responsibility to monitor and streamline logistics operations, resolve issues, and improve communication. Coordinates inbound and outbound logistical operations, including inventory management, warehousing and transportation to ensure sufficient supply of goods and products. Controls the commercial impact of the complete range of activities from receiving, locating and dispatching, sourcing, purchasing and optimizing inventory levels. Administers an effective system that meets the organization's inventory control needs through efficient transportation of raw materials, component parts and/or finished goods. Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected. We Take Care of Our Team Position offers a starting salary range of $128,000 – $164,000 USD Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience. Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans. What you Drive Maintain logistic flow by planning, reviewing, and directing the work of employees Consult with appropriate departmental managers to gather feedback and determine resolutions of problems concerning logistic processes and inventory accuracy Develop goals and objectives and implement plans to ensure adherence to specified standards Develop supervisor and team leader management skills Monitor manpower needs and revise manpower requirements when appropriate Meet logistic efficiency standards on a regular basis regarding logistical operations, inventory management, warehousing, and transportation Generate and implement cost improvement projects Develop and implement annual expenses and capital budget program and periodically review budget performance to maintain expenditures at appropriate levels Plan and assign work, instruct in methods and procedures, check and approve work, handle complaints and grievances, and provide work guidance for employees Recommend and make final decisions for hiring and promotions, disciplinary actions and reclassifications Make responsible on-the-spot decisions regarding efficient transportation, including receiving, shipping, warehousing of production material Manages a functional group supporting the production of Transmissions, Front-, and Rear Axles Make continuous improvement in logistical operations to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale Leads the business in meeting expectations of our customers, both in quality and schedule attainment Maintaining effective relationship with UAW

Requirements

Knowledge of or ability to apply Lean/Continuous improvement tools and principles
Prior experience leading teams or projects to achieve elevated levels of performance and engagement in a manufacturing or logistics setting is required
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to use tact and diplomacy to exchange information, manage sensitive issues, and translate, simplify, and clarify information for employees is required
Ability to effectively communicate to a diverse group of employees, leadership and stakeholders
Familiarity with general plant operations and equipment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent planning and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in managing both hourly and salaried personnel preferred
Strong knowledge of logistics principles, transportation modes, warehouse processes, and inventory management.
Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, etc.)

Responsibilities

Maintain logistic flow by planning, reviewing, and directing the work of employees
Consult with appropriate departmental managers to gather feedback and determine resolutions of problems concerning logistic processes and inventory accuracy
Develop goals and objectives and implement plans to ensure adherence to specified standards
Develop supervisor and team leader management skills
Monitor manpower needs and revise manpower requirements when appropriate
Meet logistic efficiency standards on a regular basis regarding logistical operations, inventory management, warehousing, and transportation
Generate and implement cost improvement projects
Develop and implement annual expenses and capital budget program and periodically review budget performance to maintain expenditures at appropriate levels
Plan and assign work, instruct in methods and procedures, check and approve work, handle complaints and grievances, and provide work guidance for employees
Recommend and make final decisions for hiring and promotions, disciplinary actions and reclassifications
Make responsible on-the-spot decisions regarding efficient transportation, including receiving, shipping, warehousing of production material
Manages a functional group supporting the production of Transmissions, Front-, and Rear Axles
Make continuous improvement in logistical operations to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale
Leads the business in meeting expectations of our customers, both in quality and schedule attainment
Maintaining effective relationship with UAW

Benefits

annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans