Senior Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

JOIN OUR TEAM  

At Aspect Retail Logistics , we keep our customers stores supplied with the everyday products customers depend on. Our high-volume grocery distribution center operates in a safety-first, team-driven environment where reliability, accuracy, and productivity matter.

Specialization: High-Volume Grocery Distribution & Warehouse Operations

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Operations Manager will partner with the Operations Managers on long-term planning to coordinate the day-to-day activities of a warehouse operation which includes supervision of the team members, receiving, storage, distribution, systems administration, inventory control, sanitation and maintenance and Customer Service. To oversee warehousing activities in compliance with space availability, order fulfillment and business plans. Ensure the training of employees, setting of performance goals, organization of work, and maintenance of a productive and participatory environment. Other responsibilities will include the management of vendor data, and the ongoing health and safety of Aspect Retail Logistics, US through leadership, training, development of policies and procedures, and the issuing of reports.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the success of the operation ensuring adherence to business plans and budgets.
• Responsibility of long-term planning of warehouse operations, while ensuring the operational team follows operational procedures (SOPs) are being followed according to company standards to effectively meet/exceed customer KPIs.
• Responsible for the development of the Operational team creating a succession plan for the long-term success of the operation, implementing changes to operational systems to improve the flow in customer service, order management and shipping and receiving of customer products on time and undamaged.
• Train Operations Managers review forecasts, inventory reports, sales order reports, and other available material and devises plans to meet fluctuations in warehousing operation. 
• Partners with the GM to keep him/her informed-on matters of policy procedure and production performance/problems.
• Partners with the IC Manager, Safety/Sanitation Manager, Site Engineer and to ensure they receive the support needed
• Provides leadership to facility staff by:
  • Hiring, training, developing and scheduling competent staff
  • Articulating the goals of the facility and Company including but not limited to health and safety, productivity, housekeeping
  • Providing feedback and measurement of success
• Responsible for assigning organizing CIPs which align with customer needs
• Independently initiate actions which drive process improvement under the principals of Lean Sigma
• Manage ongoing relationships and interactions with customers, vendors and carriers working to assure adherence to contractual agreements.
• Assumes additional related responsibilities as required
• Flexibility to work weekends and off shifts as the operation dictates 

EXPERIENCE

• Ten plus years of 3PL experience or Prior experience in the logistics industry, including operations management with a concentration in process definition and project management
• Experience in utilization or management of distribution centers
• Familiarity with collective bargaining agreements and grievance processes and resolution 
• Understands the accounting principles of P&L Budgets 
• Customer presentations/power points
• SQF and Food Safety requirements
• Familiar with Engineered Labor Standards, JDA
• Familiar with real time WMS systems
• Familiar with OSHA standards and requirements as it applies to the operation

COMPETENCIES

• Customer Centricity
• Fostering Culture
• Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Managing Through Change
• Developing Self & Others
• Planning & Results Orientation
• Communication
• Always Improving Mindset
• Business & Financial Savvy

EDUCATION

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or combination of education and related experience

WHY JOIN US?

• Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
• The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness programs to support your family’s well-being
• A Retirement Savings Program with a company match
• Company team wear allowance
• Company sponsored social events
• Community volunteering