Warehouse Leader

MAHLE•Dayton, OH

About The Position

The Warehouse Leader provides leadership for the Logistics function at the MAHLE Dayton Plant and serves as an active member of the plant leadership team, helping set the direction for the plant. The role interacts with Supply Chain Logistics and Operations teams and reports to the Manager and Head of Logistics. It has 6 direct reports and manages a warehouse with approximately 110 team members. The position leads logistics staff in developing and implementing initiatives that support the Plant Strategic Development Plan and Logistics priorities. It contributes to plant strategy and a positive labor relations climate, coaches and develops team members, promotes continuous improvement, and ensures safety compliance. The role also oversees warehouse layout and space utilization, staff management, and the coordination of warehouse activities, including equipment maintenance, receiving shipments, customer requests, and employee supervision.

Requirements

Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
Demonstrated understanding of the impact of logistics on the value stream.
Thorough knowledge of logistics operations, procedures, and information systems, such as WMS, SAP, scheduling, and planning.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or an equivalent field.
Minimum 5 years of Logistics and/or Warehouse experience.
Minimum 5 years of experience managing others.
Breadth of Logistics experience across divisions and/or channels.
Strong understanding of overall plant manufacturing operations.

Nice To Haves

Logistics and/or Warehouse experience in the automotive sector.

Responsibilities

Lead logistics staff in developing, prioritizing, and implementing initiatives supporting the Plant Strategic Development Plan and key Logistics priorities.
Contribute to the plant leadership team in driving plant strategy and a positive labor relations climate.
Coach and develop team members and drive process leadership at the floor level.
Create an environment that encourages and develops employees to reach their potential and meet department and business goals.
Build an agile team focused on continuous improvement.
Ensure proper team selection, training, development, and motivation to maximize current and future performance.
Ensure safety compliance within the logistics department.
Set up warehouse layout and ensure efficient space utilization.
Manage warehouse staff, including hiring, supervising, training, evaluating, and scheduling.
Coordinate warehouse activities, including maintaining equipment, receiving shipments, handling customer requests, and supervising employees.