Head of Operations, Managed Transportation

DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Job Posting Title: Supervisor, Operations
Time Type: Full Time
Shift: Thursday, Friday and Saturday (4PM to 4:30AM) (Wednesday 8PM-12AM) (2B)
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for supervising, labor management, and planning of inbound, outbound, Product slotting and customer communication activities daily, including labor scheduling, space utilization, equipment and manpower. People management responsibilities include hiring and training, planning and assigning daily work, conducting performance appraisals, addressing performance issues and resolving problems. Under the direction of the Operations Manager or Distribution Center Manager, the Supervisor is responsible for supervising the receiving, warehousing and shipping of products in a manner consistent with company service and cost objectives.

As part of the DSV team, Associates are expected to meet company objectives in the areas of performance, safety, and quality. Associates are expected to comply with all corporate and site-specific policies.

Conducts staff meetings to review daily/weekly work activities, plan and assure continuous improvement.

• Effectively keeps senior management and client representatives informed of critical issues that affect the operations
• Ensures the development of systems and procedures for managing operations, equipment, and products in a safe and profitable manner in accordance with company policies, guidelines, and procedures. Manages operations to meet prescribed productivity and service goals. Complies with terms outlined in the site's operating agreement with the client.
• Provides ideas and suggestions for more efficient operations.
• Meets all client specified KPI's and complies with Quality system requirements.
• Manages the operations to achieve prescribed objectives. Assists in creating programs for hiring, training, and professional development. Participates in performance evaluation system for recommending promotions, wage increases, and other HR activities.
• Has overall training and evaluation responsibilities of warehouse staff.
• Plans the daily work schedule by reviewing existing work orders, arrival notices, and instructions from customers. Reviews pending jobs or trends, plan for reorganization of warehouse space, and needed changes in levels of supplies, equipment, or staffing needs.
• Trains new staff in assigned duties, or delegate training responsibility to experienced team members. Assesses progress of trainees and adds additional duties as appropriate.
• Keeps informed of quantity and quality of jobs being performed throughout the day, providing guidance and advice as necessary.
• Assists in the physical operations as needed.
• Maintains high degree of motivation in team members to retain focus of providing highest levels of customer satisfaction
• Provides ongoing growth and development opportunities for team members
• Provides input and conducts annual performance reviews for team members
• Must have a High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Prior MHE certification / knowledge of basic MHE operation

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations
~ Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Work, and Power Point)
• Language Skills
• English (reading, writing, verbal)
• Business communication

Basic to intermediate level to verify quantities of product, count inventory, or perform other duties associated with handling, storing and distributing client products

Good leadership, supervision, and planning skills

• Able to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, as required by the operation
• Participate in established cross training metrics activities with the opportunity to improve their knowledge in multiple areas/departments and be able to assist as a back-up when the need may arise.
• Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary.
• Business Acumen

• Communication / Building Partnership
• Communication / Building Partnership

• Customer Orientation
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.
Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.
DSV - Global transport and logistics
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Supervisor, Operations