Director, Contract Logistics (Americas) - Minooka IL - 3165-8127

APL Logistics Americas • Minooka, IL • 3h ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12930668 JOB DESCRIPTION

Overview

The Director of Operations is responsible for the overall performance of multiple warehouse locations with key customers. The selection, professional development, motivation and creation of a team environment are key responsibilities as is the operation and development of existing and new business. The Director of Operations ensures that the established warehouse performance objectives are met efficiently in an effort to reduce waste and is accountable for achieving prescribed Company objectives in regard to cost, quality, productivity, customer service and profit for multiple locations, multiple accounts and multiple customers. Within the scope of this position\'s responsibilities, the incumbent must apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model for operational efficiency to improve business processes, increase proficiency and increase efficiency through waste elimination while at the same time, meeting Corporate values, Customer and Operational objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Labor Management

Directs the operations of the warehouse management team to achieve

prescribed objectives.

Develops and maintains a productive work team by creating programs

for hiring, training and professional development.

Matches the skills and background of personnel to the work required.

Applies sound communication and motivational techniques.

Creates programs to coach, counsel and discipline subordinates.

Implements performance evaluation system that will provide a forum

to two-way communication in reviewing past performance, setting future goals, and clearly defining expectations.

Ongoing feedback is a key ingredient in effective performance

management.

Ensures the creation of the necessary process improvements and

solutions to meet Company objectives and facilitate the efficient operations of transportation.

Remains knowledgeable regarding changes in hardware and software

technology.

Assists in the establishment of customer service standards for all

accounts and communicates and emphasizes the importance of these standards to all personnel.

Customer Service Orientation

Assures that customer accounts receive the required level of

transportation and administrative support.

Maintains appropriate contact with all accounts and responds to

requests when made.

Participates in Company marketing and sales efforts, including

planning new account strategies, prospecting for new accounts, making sales calls, developing and quoting rates, negotiating contracts and closing sales.

Develops and recommends an annual operating budget.

Budgeting

Develops and manages a system of controls to ensure that service

levels and performance goals for the operation are met within prescribed cost, revenue and profit parameters.

Ensures that all accounts achieve predetermined profit standards.

Equipment & Facilities

Procures equipment and facilities required to assure efficient

operation and meet Company profit goals.

Develops suitable programs for maintaining Company standards of

safety, sanitation, maintenance, security, housekeeping, and work habits in the operation of equipment and facilities in a manner that assures their most safe and efficient operation.

Keeps informed of relevant new technology and automation translating

to actions /recommendations as necessary.

Participates in local trade, professional and civic associations as

a representative of the Company.

Miscellaneous

Participates in local trade, professional and civic associations as

a representative of the Company.

Key Result Areas

Continually focus on the identification and elimination of waste by

ensuring that all locations are following the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement Model

Developing and managing a budget for multiple locations within

company guidelines

Determining various business plans that will produce results that

exceed budget goals

Identify short and long term opportunities to increase returns

Reduces the operating cost of the business while maintaining quality

standards

Seizes opportunities for reinventing the business and innovation

Actively builds up information relating to competitors and looks for

opportunities to differentiate APL Logistics

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

Preferred Minimum of 7 years 3PL warehousing or Parts experience required, including 10 years of management experience

Preferred Strong working knowledge of PC software use including: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

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