Senior Operations Manager III

DSV • Fort Wayne, IN

1d • $120,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This individual will act as the main manager to the facility and business units. Their focus will not be just on the day to day operations but will also encompass the health of the business, client relationships and financial performance. DSV is the global leader in transport and logistics, and it is our people who bring our services and solutions to life every day. From frontline operations to business functions, every role contributes to keeping supply chains flowing and societies running. Here, you are trusted to take ownership, act on your ideas and make decisions that create real impact. It is a place where people, careers and ideas keep moving forward. We value transparency in how we communicate and collaborate, and we win together by supporting each other, challenging each other and delivering results as a team.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 7 years’ experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment.
• 5 years’ experience in a supervisory role.
• Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Work, and Power Point).
• Demonstrated proficiency in knowledge of applicable WMS systems.
• English (reading, writing, verbal).
• Proficiency in business communication at all levels.
• Strong attention to detail accuracy and accomplish job task in a timely manner.
• Good organizational and personnel skills.
• Good communication skills, written and oral.
• Good leadership, supervision, and planning skills.
• Able to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, as required by the operation.
• Participate in established cross training metrics activities with the opportunity to improve their knowledge in multiple areas/departments.
• Must be able to effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast-paced work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensures the development of systems and procedures for managing operations, equipment, and products in a safe and profitable manner in accordance with company policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Manages operations to meet prescribed productivity and service goals. Complies with terms outlined in client SLAs.
• Drives company Continuous Improvement efforts and provides ideas and suggestions for more efficient operations and on-going cost savings measures.
• Meets all client specified KPI’s and complies with Quality system requirements.
• Manages the operations to achieve prescribed objectives. Applies sound communication and motivational techniques, create programs to supervise fairly and equitably, counsel, and (where needed) discipline team members.
• Collaborates with Human Resources. Assists in creating programs for hiring, training, and professional development. Participates in performance evaluation system for recommending promotions, wage increases, and other HR activities.
• Delivers results by leveraging the skills of the right people at the right time.
• Effectively keeps senior management and client representatives informed of critical issues that affect the operations.
• Plans the daily work schedule by reviewing existing work orders, arrival notices, and instructions from customers. Assesses priorities based on time sensitivity and available resources. Assigns duties to appropriate warehouse staff.
• Reviews current volume demands to plan for reorganization of warehouse space, and needed changes in levels of supplies, equipment, or staffing needs.
• Responsible for ensuring effective training is delivered to team members by qualified individuals and ensures adherence to SOPs (DSV and client).
• Ensures leadership team assesses progress of trainees to determine new hire performance and DSV cultural fit.
• Maintains high degree of motivation in team members to retain focus of providing highest levels of customer satisfaction.
• Provides ongoing growth and development opportunities for team members.
• Supports adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Conducts routine staff meetings to review daily/weekly work activities.
• Ensures all team members are properly trained and efficient in the required information systems (including WMS systems) to meet company and client objectives and facilitate the efficient operation of the facility.
• Ensures that necessary computer software and hardware are purchased in accordance with Corporate IT policies and guidelines.
• Remains knowledgeable regarding changes in hardware and software technology.
• Develops proficiency in client systems.
• Manages high level customer service standards for all functions.
• Assures that client accounts receive the required level of operational and administrative support.
• Maintains appropriate contact with all functions and responds to requests when required.
• Attends or leads meetings with key customers to discuss any customer issues.
• Coordinates management of supplier/customer visits to the site.
• Promotes a positive relationship with clients by providing excellent customer service.
• Supports the development of an annual operating budget.
• Develops and manages a system of controls to ensure that service levels and operational performance goals are met within prescribed cost, revenue, and profit parameters.
• Assists and supports to ensure that the budgeting and pricing activities are in compliance with contract guidelines.
• Manages existing programs for maintaining company standards of sanitation, maintenance, security, housekeeping, safety, and equipment including material handling equipment (MHE).
• Ensures team members are properly trained on any MHE.
• Keeps informed of relevant new technology and make recommendations as applicable.
• Achieves company goals in terms of injury frequency ratings (IFR) and other safety metrics by establishing a proactive and participative safety culture within the operations.
• Audits warehouse for compliance with safety, security, and quality principles and rules.
• Ensures all federal, provincial, or other statutory requirements are adhered to within the parameters of Health and Safety.
• Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Manages warehouse operations supervisors & support staff.
• Instead of just daily execution of flow and efficiency of labor and task, they would be involved in P&L ownership and business growth.
• Responsible for the entire facility and business units within the facility, rather than specific shift or operational department/workstream.
• In addition of key metrics, they would be involved in EBIT, revenue growth, employee retention and operating margins.
• Broader time horizon, focus would be more on Quarterly, annual strategic planning versus daily, weekly and monthly targets.
• External Interaction and Customer facing versus internal (i.e. supervisor, floor staff, etc.).

Benefits

• Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED