Senior Operations Manager (Operations Manager I)
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About the Role
DHL Supply Chain seeks a Senior Operations Manager to lead warehouse operations in Memphis, TN. The role oversees wave planning, execution, system management, and performance monitoring while developing supervisors and driving efficiency.
Key Skills for This Role
Responsibilities
- Lead, motivate and develop a diverse team of Supervisors and indirect reports
- Develop and implement efficient workflows, labor plan, standardize processes, and introduce best practices
- Take proactive measures to consistently uphold compliance with health and safety regulations
- Compile comprehensive reports on KPIs including productivity and accuracy metrics
- Foster an environment of open communication and collaboration among leadership and associates
- Partner with Human Resources and site leadership to ensure a comprehensive hiring process of Supervisors
- Collaborate closely with cross functional teams to ensure consistent and prompt fulfillment of customer orders
- Engage in a strong partnership with customers, proactively addressing concerns to achieve exceptional customer satisfaction
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, preferred
- 1+ years logistics industry experience, required
- 2+ years of experience in a supervisory or management role, required
- Experience with P&L management, objective setting, and project management, preferred
Full Job Posting
Senior Operations Manager (Operations Manager I)
- The Sr. Operations Manager (Operations Manager I) role has a national salary range of $85,000 $100,000.
- For roles within California and Washington the range is $85,000 to $110,000.
- DHL Supply Chain offers multiple benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Discounted Stock Purchase, General Bonus Plan, 401K and a generous PTO policy.
- As a Senior Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our warehouses.
Job Description
- Lead, motivate and develop a diverse team of Supervisors and indirect reports by providing coaching, guidance, and support.
- Develop and implement efficient workflows, labor plan, standardize processes, and introduce best practices to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve overall operational efficiency.
- Take proactive measures to consistently uphold compliance with health and safety regulations, fostering a culture of heightened safety awareness.
- Compile comprehensive reports on key performance indicators (KPIs), including productivity and accuracy metrics.
- Foster an environment of open communication and collaboration, facilitating regular and effective dialogue among leadership and associates.
- Partner with Human Resources and site leadership to ensure a comprehensive hiring process of Supervisors.
- Collaborate closely with cross functional teams to ensure the consistent and prompt fulfillment of customer orders.
- Engage in a strong partnership with customers, proactively taking measures to address any concerns or issues.
Required Education And Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, preferred.
- 1+ years logistics industry experience, required.
- 2+ years of experience in a supervisory or management role, required.
- Experience with P&L management, objective setting, and project management, preferred.
Waving Manager (additional details)
- Friday Sunday, 12 Hour Shifts, 5:00 p.m. 5:00 a.m.
- Analyze order volumes and shipping deadlines; coordinate with WMS to create effective waves; prioritize high urgency orders.
- Monitor real time progress of picking waves; adjust wave release timing to avoid bottlenecks; ensure labor is properly allocated.
- Work closely with inventory control, picking and packing teams, outbound teams; ensure smooth transitions.
- Use WMS or ERP systems to trigger waves, track wave status, troubleshoot system or order issues.
- Track metrics like wave completion times, order accuracy, throughput efficiency; report issues and recommend improvements.
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