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Kenco Group

Operations Manager

Kenco Group, Rockford, Illinois, United States, 61103

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Overview

At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers. Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward—one shipment at a time.

Pay

Base pay range: $83,380.00/yr - $125,180.00/yr

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operations of the facility, including KPI achievement, inventory integrity, continuous improvement, and employee development of direct reports within the scope of their operational responsibilities.

Follow all standard operating procedures, standard work, and customer-provided documentation; manage budgeting and financial results for areas of responsibility.

Ensure warehouse personnel comply with SOPs and workload demands; meet daily productivity goals with Supervisors, Foreman, and/or Leads.

Lead special projects affecting site and network warehouse operations; analyze operations to improve cross-functional efficiencies.

Assist with the site budget process and manage controllable costs to maximize net income.

Develop and implement organizational policies; collaborate with safety, HR, and engineering to promote productivity improvements and network best practices.

Develop staff to ensure capable management succession; manage customer inventory and apply sound security and distribution practices.

Review activity, operating, and financial reports; take corrective action as needed; hire and downsize staff as required.

Maintain daily department productivity and EIP/LM statistics; ensure commitment to Kenco Operating System (KOS); promote a safe work environment.

Perform safety-focused duties and follow all safety rules; undertake miscellaneous tasks as assigned by the General Manager.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year college; and three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum five years of experience in warehousing, distribution, or related field; minimum three years of leadership experience.

Competencies

Business Acumen

Communicate for Impact

Leading People

Managing Transitions / Change Management

Relationship Management

Strategic Agility

Travel Estimated travel: approximately 25% or less. A passport is not required but recommended.

Benefits

Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA

Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life and Supplemental Life

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

401(k)

Paid Time Off (approx. 2 weeks; accrual from Day 1)

Employer Paid Holidays – 10 days

Equal Opportunity Kenco Group is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. California residents: see notices at https://www.kencogroup.com/ccpa-notice-at-collection-for-employees-and-applicants/ and EEOC posters at https://www.eeoc.gov/poster.

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