Associate General Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Schedule: Schedule based on business needs; Must be flexible to work any shift, weekends & evenings included

About Carvana

If you like disrupting the norm and are looking to join a company revolutionizing an industry then you will LOVE what Carvana has done for the car buying experience. Buying a car the old fashioned way sucks and we are working hard to make it NOT suck. I mean, have you seen our vending machine?!

We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Team spirit is evident at Carvana and every day we let our passions and creativity foster innovation. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data- and process-driven decisions in everything we do. Here are a few of our stories! We've been changing the game since 2013, and we're not taking our foot off the gas now. Want more of the story? Check out our background here.

About the team and position
Logistics is the art of problem-solving personified. As the Associate General Manager for Logistics at Carvana, you will ensure that our promise of a revolutionary used car purchase process is realized. You will do this by becoming the subject matter expert in all facets of the logistics operations. You'll be organizing, and optimizing the Vehicle Transport operations, ensuring the day to day activities are completed, and problem solving through complex obstacles to your business.

Our purpose is to safely deliver the right vehicle to the right place at the right time in the right condition. 

 

COMPENSATION & PERKS
Full-Time Salary Position
100% Company paid medical for employee, plus family discounts
Paid Time Off (Including your birthday!)
401k with Company Match
Pet Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement after 6 month

This position oversees multiple managers and their teams at the assigned Logistic Field Operations location/s. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist General Manager to ensure day-to-day business operations run efficiently and effectively.
• Work with the General Manager and other Company leaders to develop site specific goals and objectives, and ensure alignment and effective execution within the site.
• Effectively execute new programs, initiatives, and strategies to optimize network operations through prioritization, work planning, resource allocation, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Gather pertinent business, financial, service, and operations information, and prepare periodic reports and presentations to business leaders.
• Monitor adherence to systems, policies, procedures, performance standards, and regulatory requirements, and take appropriate action to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for proper planning, scheduling and asset management.
• Provide mentoring and accountability to direct reports and succession planning through coaching, leadership development and training, and performance management.
• Assist in the selection of highly qualified candidates, orientation, and training of employees
• Evaluate and identify key productivity indicators, trends and options, as well as implement process improvement initiatives and choose appropriate courses of action
• Ensure efficient and economical performance in accordance with strategic plans, goals, objectives, and operating budgets.
• Proactively communicate information to direct reports, providing clear understanding of expectations, performance measures, and goals.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Ability to work outdoors regularly for extended periods of time in all weather conditions.
Flexibility to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to work in an office environment, with extensive use of computers, including the ability to sit for up to 4 or more hours.
Ability to safely perform physical requirements of the position, including: frequently move in and out of vehicles; frequently stand, bend, twist, stoop, and squat; regularly walk 75'; regularly climb ladders and ramps of up to 10'; regularly work up to 10' above ground; continually sit for 10 hours; regularly push, pull and lift 20 lbs., and periodically lift up to 60 lbs.

REQUIREMENTS
2 years of actual people leadership experience  and 4 years of logistics or supply chain experience  OR Bachelor's Degree in related fields.
Demonstrable experience leading or developing people (in either formal or informal roles), including managing CDL drivers.
Transportation experience, which may include driving a vehicle transporter or tractor trailer, or equivalent Military experience preferred.

Legal Stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.