Supervisor, Operations

Supply Chain

Permanent

Job Description

Join us to create change and have an impact in homes around the world.

At Electrolux, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people, and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.

Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute, and grow together.

All about the role:

This position will have responsibility for the overall management of the day-to-day operations of the Regional Distribution Center in Aurora, Colorado on 1st Shift. You will provide direction and leadership to all distribution functions including maintenance, shipping, receiving and safety to ensure customer satisfaction while meeting quality and delivery commitments. You will be responsible for developing and managing a world-class global appliance hi-performance distribution operation strategy tied to ESMA goals and objectives for on time delivery of all order whether emergency, rush and routine, balanced by corporate inventory turnover expectations.

What you’ll do:

• Provide strategic and tactical leadership for the accurate and timely delivery of customer orders

• Ensure the effective operational capability of the facility, driving improvements in operational capabilities, efficiencies and quality 

• Manage the operating costs of equipment and other assets, including management of maintenance and capital costs and budgets to assure acceptable return on investment.

• Oversee the budgeting process for the facility and monitor departmental performance against established budgets to meet financial objectives. Also drive cost outs through the facility as well as Transportation.

• Coach, mentor and develop employees, both direct and indirect reports, assuring effective teamwork and individual effectiveness within the organization.

• Work closely with Inventory Control, Demand Flow and Supply, Planning Sales and Sales, HR, etc and Fulfillment

• Drive Continuous Improvement and Process. Metrics/Measurements while ensuring successful shipment of month end order volume spikes. 

Who you are:

• You work efficiently and proactively to deliver results.

• You always strive for better, in your work and for your future.

• With an eye for detail and the ability to interpret complex data, you can also translate this into meaningful, useful information that informs service delivery.

• You ask and you listen, you take ideas on board and work with your team, taking everyone in the same direction.

• Whether face-to-face or on the phone, you can communicate plans and articulate your ideas with colleagues and customers at all levels.

• You want to know everything about everything – then you take it all apart and put it back together.

• You appreciate and understand process and the project goals.

• You know your stuff and can articulate it well; building a case that is sound and people can buy into.

• You understand good negotiations begin long before doing a deal, through building good working relationships, understanding your suppliers’ motivations and starting from a confident position.  

• Maximising efficiencies and hitting KPIs are just the beginning: your real passion is delivering products that change and enhance lives. The rest is a bonus.  

• You can work autonomously but will never be on your own, working proactively to identify the opportunities and implement the plan.

Qualifications and preferred qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.

• At least 5 years’ experience in the field or a related area.

• Strong people leadership skills with demonstrated team building and motivational competencies.

• Experience with strategic planning and problem solving.

• Proven background in reducing costs, improving processes, managing change and people to continuously improve and grow an operation.

• Knowledge and experience using WMS and Transportation Management Systems/WMS for load planning, routing and optimization of outbound shipments for with service and cost as key factors. 

Benefits highlights:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

• Competitive holiday and vacation time off program.

• Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with relevant company contribution.

• Discounted products and an EAP upon hire and tuition reimbursement after 12 months of service.

The anticipated salary range/wage scale for candidates is $75,000 to $84,000 per year/per hour. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors including experience, skills, and education. Full time employees are also eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, our company’s 401k and deferred compensation plan, paid parental leave, 3-4 weeks of vacation, and 10 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Electrolux will comply with all state and local laws regarding employment leave benefits. For additional information about available benefits click here. 

At Electrolux, we take responsibility for our development in a supportive environment where we embrace our differences and learn from each other. In a truly multicultural setting, we shape living for the better and create remarkable experiences for employees and consumers, all around the globe.

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