Operations Manager1 (Supply Chain/Logistics)

Are you an energetic and team-oriented leader focused on commitment to customers, dedication to excellence and innovation?

Do you have a proven record of leadership excellence and a history of leading teams to consistently exceed established goals in dynamic operational environments?

Do you have a proven ability to recruit, train, develop, communicate with and retain team members?

Do you have a demonstrated ability to develop forward looking plans and turn those plans into successful execution?

Do you have a proven ability to effectively manage financial resources?

Penske Logistics is seeking a proven leader with relevant experience and skills to join our team of transportation and logistics professionals. We are seeking a candidate to supervise drivers at one of our locations.

The Operations Manager provides leadership to lead staff to ensure customer requirements are achieved while meeting our Penske goals and objectives.

High-level responsibilities: This is a fast-paced environment, looking for a strong and professional senior level Manager. Must have current/recent senior level managing over leaders. Previous Transportation leadership experience managing a mid-size to large-size team. Previous proven experience training and developing associates. Previous metrics experience, strong DOT regulations knowledge and experience. Overseeing a team of CDL class A drivers and equipment. Preferred experience with driver tracking, HOS, route, and ensure on-time deliveries. Also need data auditing, field observation, positive coaching techniques, strong communication and engagement skills. Must be a self-starter, organized, detailed oriented, good interpersonal skills, professional, and approachable. Team players, with a strong sense of urgency/responsiveness/attention to detail are needed in the ideal fit.

Schedule and Compensation

Schedule – Monday-Friday – 6:30 am – 4:30 pm (flexibility as needed to cover business needs)

Salary range – $85,600–$115,600

Position Summary
Lead teams in a dynamic operational environment, to consistently exceed established goals, demonstrate a commitment to customers and a dedication to excellence and innovation. Develop forward looking plans and turn those plans into successful execution. Effectively manage resources to achieve operational excellence and meet or exceed the site financial operating plan. Implement and maintain an incident free safety culture at the operation. In this role, Operations Manager will be bonus eligible based on performance and location performance.

Major Responsibilities
People

Establish and sustain that all supervisors and associates are trained and competent and understand how their work relates to the customers' business objectives

Recruit, hire, train, develop and retain quality associates

Maintain effective, two-way communication that informs and motivates, as well as recognizes excellence among team members

Build strong and effective relationships with associates, the customer, and supporting departments

Operations

Meet or exceed all customer key performance metrics and objectives

Interact daily with local customer to ensure existing and emerging customer needs are understood

Lead team to identify operational improvements in areas such as route optimization, carrier selection, backhauls, and trailer loading

Collaborate with other Penske sites to share best practices, leverage resources/assets

Finance

Develop and execute annual financial and operating plan

Lead the operation with integrity to meet or exceed business plan targets

Identify issues with operating metrics and P&L, and make required adjustments in a timely manner

Ensure customer billings and associate payroll are prepared timely and accurately, payables and intercompany charges are valid and correct, and all other activities accurately reflected in the P&L

Safety

Lead a culture of safety through personal example

Develop, execute, and assess continuous improvement plan to reduce accident and injury frequency

Ensure each associate understands individual and group responsibilities required to achieve and maintain a safe workplace

Proactively identify and correct unsafe conditions, work processes, and behaviors

Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory agencies, company policies and procedures

Coach through safety observations

Growth/Customer Experience

Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and challenge the status quo

Execute a process to track and record value delivered to the customer

Identify and seize profitable business opportunities for the customer and Penske

Utilize available metrics to monitor and maximize customer efficiencies and achieve cost savings

Fleet/Assets

Lead effort to improve fleet/equipment utilization, maintenance availability and fuel efficiency

Contribute to equipment specification at time of start-up and renewal

Build strong working relationship with local PTL district and other equipment vendors

Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

4–6 years of related functional experience

3+ years managerial or supervisory experience with DOT regulated positions required

High school degree or equivalent required

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint required

Ability to connect and build rapport and relationships with associates and external customers at all levels

Efficient time management and organizational skills with follow-up and follow-through

Ability to manage through problem solving and make independent decisions

Demonstrated ability to develop and execute annual financial operating plan

Ability to drive process improvement and lead change

Ownership & responsibility for running the operation with sense of urgency

Strong written and oral communication including ability to present in front of others and active listening skills required

Regular, predictable, full attendance is essential

Willingness to travel as necessary, work required schedule, location, complete Penske employment application, submit to background investigation and drug screening required

Physical Requirements

Required to read, communicate verbally and/or in written form, remember and analyze certain information, and understand instructions and guidelines

Required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, occasionally lift up to 25 lb (12 kg)

Specific vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Penske Logistics
Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply‑chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain

Job Family: Common

Address: 9756 Heartland Court

Primary Location: US‑OH‑Columbus

Employer: Penske Logistics LLC

Req ID: 2605023

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