RDC Operations Lead

Job Description

Job Description

RDC Operations Lead

Role Summary: 

The RDC Operations Lead will be responsible for the shipping and receiving functions within the Regional Distribution Center (RDC) with a focus on safety and customer service.  The RDC Operations Lead will lead and influence the day-to-day warehouse operations, display a proven ability to develop and maintain an environment of trust, diversity, and inclusion within the RDC team, including Hubbers, contractors and 3PL operators.

The individual must exhibit the following core TireHub commitments:  

·         Approachable - If a company could smile, we would. Instead, we rely on our people to show it. We care about each other and our customers because we know business only gets done right when people respect each other and value relationships. 

·         Adventurous - What TireHub is set up to do is intentionally outrageous. So, we readily embrace challenges with the courage to introduce new ideas and the ambition to build something unique. 

·         Relentless - We tackle our work with energy. We deliver on our commitments with enthusiasm. And we don't give up until we get to the end.  

·         Speedy - Speed is the currency in the tire industry. When we commit to a job, we get the job done – and we do it fast. 

When you say YES to something bigger:

•       Choose your day one benefits which include a no cost health insurance option

•       TireHub funded Health Savings Account

•       Additional benefit options including TireHub paid short/long term disability and life insurance benefits

•       Paid vacation and holidays

•       Parental leave programs

•       Build your financial future with 401k including TireHub match

•       Access to tire discounts, perks, and so much more!

Role Specifics:

• Serve as the primary point of contact at the RDC for all operational inquiries, issues, and concerns
• Oversees and coordinaties the day-to-day operations of the RDC  including:
• scheduling and assigning work to Hubber’s, contractors and/or 3PL operators
• monitoring progress of daily workload, and
• ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and effectively.
• Refines existing processes and procedures to increase their effectiveness and efficiency while enhancing the RDCs’ internal capacity
• Ensures that operational activities remain on-time and within budget
• Monitors KPIs and performance metrics to identify areas of improvement
• Collaborates with Ops teams, other RDC’s, contractors, and 3PL operators to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Addresses customer complaints to resolution or escalates (TLC’s and Customers) to the appropriate level in a professional and timely manner
• Identifies and resolves any operational bottlenecks
• Stays up-to-date on industry trends and best practices

Competencies:

• Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement
• Manages Ambiguity: Operating effectively, even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear
• Drives Results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done. Focuses on continuous improvement ensuring safe work practices are followed.

Experience:

• 5+ years of applicable work experiences with a heavy focus on operations and warehouse management
• Supervisor or management experience required
• Experience with KPI management
• BS/BA in Logistics, Business administration or related field preferred

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated people skills including influencing skills, active listening and the ability to communicate effectively to diverse groups
• Process improvement experience
• Strong planning and organizational skills, including the ability to coordinate a variety of different projects and individuals and to adapt to unforeseen and unexpected requests or changes in priorities required.
• Ability to collaborate with business leaders and peers across the organization to anticipate, identify, recommend, and implement creative operational and customer service solutions.
• Proven track record of process improvement and operational excellence
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Highly analytical with a keen eye for detail

TireHub will consider the employment of all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. TireHub maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with state and federal law.