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DENSO

(ASKY) - Director of Operations

DENSO, Hopkinsville, Kentucky, us, 42241

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Job Summary Directs operational activities for multiple operations units. Plans, develops and establishes the policies and objectives for multiple distribution centers, as well as the affiliate's SHE (safety, health and environment), facilities and kaizen groups in accordance with regional and global strategies, while also adhering to all federal, state and local regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Directly and through management team, directs personnel activities by developing performance expectations, assessing individual training needs, and planning for goal obtainment. Identifies and develops future leadership candidates in the operations units.

Develops short and long-term strategies and business plans for each assigned group to align with company goals and objectives.

Identifies, monitors and reports to top management on key performance indicators for each assigned group.

Maintains awareness of current trends and new technology in supply chain management, safety awareness and reporting and facilities planning. Reports out to top management.

Establishes and maintains strong and positive relationships with suppliers and customers to identify, discuss and implement supply chain improvements.

Supports achievement of profit objectives through prudent control of expenses, labor and capital investments.

Utilizes extensive data analysis to determine root cause and address major issues regarding inefficient warehouse operations, safety incidents and/or environmental concerns.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications listed.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or related field.

Work Experience Required: 15+ Years of related experience.

Skills and Abilities

Strategic mindset

Excellent problem solving skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills and good presentation skills

Advanced knowledge of sales management theories, processes and terms

Strong analytical skills to investigate, interpret and reconcile information from several distinct sources in situations where conclusions or resolutions are discernible

Strong customer service skills

Negotiation skills to resolve difficult or complicated situations

Ability to develop and maintain G&O's

Competent level of experience using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Strong organizational and time management skills

People management

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Standard ADA Selection: Office Environment Visual requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision. Physical requirements include standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, talking, hearing and repetitive motions. The work environment for this position is typically indoors in a pleasant, well-lighted area with comfortable temperatures and a controlled environment with no significant amounts of dust, fumes or odors. Unavoidable accidents and health hazards are unlikely.

Disclaimer This job description reflects DENSO North America assignment of essential functions; and nothing within this job description restricts DENSO's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice Reasonable Accommodation Notice Disabilities Act (ADA), the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), and any other applicable federal, state, or local law, it is the policy of DENSO to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for DENSO. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact

TAApplicationSupport@na.denso.com .

Equal Employer Opportunity Equal Employer Opportunity DENSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Job Info

Job Identification 22901

Posting Date 01/09/2026, 05:00 AM

Locations Hopkinsville, KY, United States

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