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DSV Air & Sea Inc.

Manager, Operations 3rd shift

DSV Air & Sea Inc., Lancaster, Texas, United States, 75146

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DSV - Global transport and logistics

In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at www.dsv.com.

Location: USA - Lancaster, Midpoint Dr

Division: Solutions

Job Posting Title: Manager, Operations 3rd shift - 105632

Time Type: Full Time

Essential Duties and 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 ongoing 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, creates 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.

Management Information Systems

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.

Customer Management

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.

Budgeting/Financials

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.

Equipment & Facilities

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.

Safety

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.

Other Duties

Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages warehouse operations supervisors & support staff.

Education & Experience

Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Bachelor's degree is preferred.

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 warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate.

Computer Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Power Point).

Demonstrated proficiency in knowledge of applicable WMS systems.

Language Skills

English (reading, writing, verbal).

Proficiency in business communication at all levels.

Other

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.

Physical Demands

Occasionally Handling/Fingering, Sitting.

Frequently Bending.

Constantly Walking and Standing.

Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull 21-50 pounds, Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel.

Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at hr@us.dsv.com. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

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