Operations Manager

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Fairburn, GA, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Logistics • Transportation • 3PL: Third Party Logistics
The Role
Leads warehouse operations for a 3PL fulfillment site, overseeing receiving, storage, picking, shipping, inventory accuracy, labor planning, safety, customer relationships, and operational performance. Supervises and develops bilingual English-Spanish warehouse teams, monitors productivity and service metrics, manages budgets and SOPs, and drives continuous improvement. Requires strong experience in warehousing, distribution, logistics, workforce management, WMS technology, and operational planning.
Summary Generated by Built In

Xpedient is a full-service third-party logistics (3PL) provider with experience supporting a diverse client base through warehousing services, transportation management, supply chain management, order fulfillment, and labor solutions.

Shift: Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays
Operational Hours: Begin at 7:00 a.m.

Summary

The experienced Operations Manager will provide leadership and direction to a diverse warehouse workforce responsible for fulfilling orders for multiple clients. The operation supports a large client with varying levels of inbound and outbound activity based on volume fluctuations, requiring a strong understanding of labor management, forecasting, and operational planning.

This position requires the ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish to support employees, operational leadership, and day-to-day site communications.

The primary objective of this role is to optimize costs, maximize service levels, develop a high-performing team, and achieve operational excellence.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Provide effective leadership to warehouse staff while fostering a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment.
  • Communicate effectively with employees and operational teams in both English and Spanish.
  • Supervise, train, coach, and evaluate warehouse personnel, ensuring the team is motivated and aligned with organizational goals.
  • Foster a culture of safety, accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee the accurate and timely receiving, storing, picking, and shipping of products.
  • Implement and maintain effective inventory control procedures to minimize discrepancies and losses.
  • Conduct and oversee cycle counts and physical inventories to maintain inventory accuracy.
  • Manage labor requirements based on operational volume, productivity expectations, and customer needs.
  • Monitor key operational metrics, including labor, quality, productivity, efficiency, and service levels.
  • Develop and execute operational strategies and annual plans, including budgets, SOPs, customer plans, and improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain strong customer relationships and serve as a key operational point of contact.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, company safety programs, and other applicable policies and procedures.
  • Utilize warehouse and supply chain technology, including WMS platforms; SAP experience is preferred.
  • Maintain proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business applications.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish required, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees and business partners in both languages.
  • 4+ years of operations management experience in warehousing and distribution.
  • Proven operations leadership experience in a fast-paced e-commerce, fulfillment, manufacturing, production, distribution, or logistics environment.
  • Tire manufacturing, food service, or retail distribution experience; tire warehouse experience is a plus.
  • Strong experience with SAP and warehouse management systems (WMS) preferred.
  • Strong data analysis skills with the ability to produce, interpret, and draw conclusions from operational data.
  • Sound business judgment with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Proven ability to influence others and drive accountability across multiple levels of an organization.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Previous experience in startup operations and/or 3PL environments preferred.
  • Strong team orientation with the ability to facilitate projects, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
Essential Abilities and Skills
  • Bilingual communication in English and Spanish
  • Leadership and employee development
  • Conflict resolution and facilitation
  • Relationship building
  • Change management
  • Continuous improvement
  • Financial acumen
  • Labor planning and workforce management
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Results-driven mindset
  • Strong customer service orientation
Safety
  • Observe and follow all applicable health and safety regulations.
  • Enforce operating instructions, safety procedures, and company policies.
  • Assist management in establishing and maintaining warehouse safety standards and procedures.
  • Maintain appropriate documentation and records related to safety incidents.
  • Assign and support designated safety personnel as appropriate.
  • Maintain the warehouse in a clean, safe, organized, and orderly condition.
  • Promote employee accountability and active participation in the site's safety culture.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Xpedient offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Additional benefits and allowances, as applicable

Xpedient Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Skills Required

  • Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills
  • 4+ years of operations management experience in warehousing and distribution
  • Operations leadership experience in e-commerce, fulfillment, manufacturing, production, distribution, or logistics
  • Strong experience with SAP and warehouse management systems
  • Strong data analysis and operational reporting skills
  • Business judgment, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
  • Ability to influence others and drive accountability across organizational levels
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in startup operations or 3PL environments
  • Ability to facilitate projects, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines
  • Leadership, employee development, conflict resolution, change management, and continuous improvement skills
  • Labor planning and workforce management experience
  • Knowledge of warehouse safety regulations, OSHA requirements, and safety procedures
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The Company
HQ: Coppell, TX
13 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

Xpedient Logistics is a full-service third-party logistics provider supporting businesses with warehousing, transportation management, supply-chain management, order fulfillment, labor needs, freight handling, and transloading. Its services include integrated logistics tailored to customer goals, alongside warehousing and order fulfillment operations. Xpedient says it aims to create an advantage for customers by making everyday operations better and delivering responsive, experienced support across North America.

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