Our partner, an industrial distribution and manufacturing company located in the Knoxville metro area, is immediately seeking a Distribution Operations Manager for their facility. This person will be responsible for timely compilation and maintenance of performance metrics for the facility and its personnel.
Distribution Operations Manager Responsibilities:
- Lead, monitor and provide guidance to facility staff to enhance performance, manage operating costs and boost productivity
- Oversee the reception, storage, quality control and reconciliation of all inventory within the facility
- Manage paperwork processing and ensure timely transmission of data to relevant internal parties
- Notify the Fleet Supervisor of any truck or vehicle maintenance issues and assist in coordinating local repair efforts
- Establish and enforce policies and procedures while tracking facility performance metrics, including incident logs, service failures and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures
- Manage fee applications, lead times, quality control measures and other operational aspects
- Maintain the cleanliness, upkeep and functionality of the facility and its equipment
- Assist customers, carriers and contractors as needed within the facility
- Offer consultation and recommendations regarding the performance of personnel and equipment within the facility
- Supervise and implement Security, Health, Safety and Regulatory compliance protocols at the facility
- Liaise with Human Resources regarding performance matters, disciplinary actions, staffing requirements and associate hiring or termination
- Organize monthly meetings and training sessions for drivers and warehouse staff, as well as additional training sessions as necessary
Distribution Operations Manager Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- 3+ years of experience in a distribution, warehouse, transportation or logistics supervisory role
- Strong leadership capabilities required
- Valid driver's license, CDL preferred
- Excellent organizational, problem solving and strategic thinking skills
- Self-starter with exceptional communication skills, someone willing to own and build out the day-to-day processes
If this position interests you, please apply today!
Thank you,
Rachel Stewart
Senior Project Manager
LaSalle Network
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