SMV Recruiting, LLC Hiring for General Manager/Director of Operations Job at Dayton, OH Full Time

SMV Recruiting is looking for a Director of Operations to work out of Dayton, OH. Our client is a large manufacturer who is building a new 600k sq. ft. warehouse facility. This person will have a deep knowledge of warehouse management and be the “face of the plant,” taking ownership of the development of the new facility and its employees. Their ideal candidate will have 10+ years of management experience working in a 500K sq. ft+ warehouse, with extensive change management experience, outstanding leadership/team-building skills, in-depth knowledge of operations, processes, budgeting/P&L responsibilities and safety compliance protocol. This is a direct hire role with competitive salary, bonus, and excellent benefits within a rapidly growing company. Up to 10% travel may be required.

Responsibilities:

• Lead development and manage project plan for new 600k sq. ft warehouse facility
• Lead the change management for the strategic growth strategy
• Build, develop and supervise a team of 300+ salaried and hourly employees
• Ensure safety is a top priority by actively contributing to safe work environment and training every day
• Provide leadership, coaching and support to warehouse staff to promote positive and efficient work environment
• Oversee and track seasonal budgets and manage facility finances to drive improved business decisions
• Monitor KPIs and develop improvement plans as needed
• Participate in accident investigations
• Manage inventory accurately and within cycle count policy requirements
• Work closely with logistics staff to develop and improve strategy

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Major in Logistics, Business, Finance or Supply Chain preferred
• MBA is highly desirable
• Must have 15+ years managing large teams in either a warehouse OR distribution center
• Prior experience with building and integrating warehouses and distribution centers
• Must be strong with change management
• Expertise in design and layout of distribution facilities to maximize operational efficiency
• Knowledge of LEAN operating principles
• Strong leadership, team development and communication/presentation skills
• Experience managing budgets and financials for large facility
• Commitment to enforcing compliance/safety protocols
• Deep knowledge of WMS and logistics systems, SAP, PKMS, Excel, PowerPoint, and other business applications
• Ability to travel up to 15%

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 – $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dayton, OH: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location