Senior Manager, DC Operations

About us- Cognex is the largest, most successful and recognized global player in industrial machine vision! We are a financially strong, international company with no debt and have been in business for over 40 years. Using advanced optics, image sensors and artificial intelligence software Cognex vision and ID systems capture an image then analyze it to make sense of what’s being seen. We are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment, guided by our "Work Hard, Play Hard, Move Fast" culture, which celebrates employee innovation, determination, and dedication in a dynamic, fun, and distinctive atmosphere.

JOB OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Director (Distribution Operations), the Operations Manager (Distribution Centre) is responsible for the coordination and execution of the following key Distribution activities against corporate metrics:

• DC Engineering:       Introduction, release and upgrade of new products, test equipment and processes

• Production:                Customer Order fulfilment process (production through to shipping)

• Inventory:                  Warehouse and inventory management for the DC

• Safety:                        Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)

JOB ROLE:

• Ensuring maximum customer delivery performance is obtained.

• Responsible for leading and managing the distribution team operating globally against corporate requirements.

• Provide support to Engineering, Production and Inventory functions, through mentoring, developing and leading teams to support fulfilment of company goals.

• Leading the EHS team and to ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements.

• Partner with Quality to ensure compliance with ISO:9001, ISO:14001 and ISO 27001 Standards.

• Partnering with ES teams to ensure talent alignment and development plans are maintained.

• Develop means of continuous improvement as well as implementing standardized processes and procedures that can be replicated across global DCs.

• Act as a key point of contact and escalation for both internal teams looking to resolves issues referred by internal or external stakeholders.

• Pro-actively manage the organisations distribution centre performance versus the current industry standards, trends and practices.

• Management & Development of key performance indicators.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in a technical related field (e.g. Industrial Engineering, Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, etc) or Degree in any discipline combined with sufficient experience in the industry.

EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience (5-10 years) as an Operations leader in a similar industry with a minimum of 3 years managing team in a distribution/manufacturing or related business

• Ability to manage remotely-based reports based across different time-zones & regions

• Ability to develop stakeholder relationships and work collaboratively with wider teams and functions with a customer focused approach.

• Possess an excellent understanding of commercial business processes, process improvement and automation.

• Strong communications skills

• Good understanding of data analytics.

• Must be able to demonstrate personal leadership experience and understand the importance of positive employee engagement.

• A solutions focused mindset, able to identify issues, propose solutions, and think beyond your day-to-day remit while maintaining a drive for high standards and time-bound results

• Solid understanding of health and safety practices.

• Proven track record of successful continuous improvement project implementation/execution.

Cognex believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 140,000 USD - 185,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a sales incentive plan.

This position provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching; employer-paid disability, family leave, and life insurance; paid time off (including holidays); optional voluntary benefits; as well as recognition and wellness programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cognex is an equal opportunity employer. Cognex evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.