Liebherr USA · 6 hours ago
General Manager Warehouse Logistics
Newport News, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
8+ years expLiebherr USA is an international company with a rich history in manufacturing and logistics. They are seeking a General Manager Warehouse Logistics responsible for directing the company's vision and managing warehouse and production control departments for mining truck product lines.
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Establishes current and long range objectives and plans for warehouse and production control, in accordance with the Mining strategy
Directs reporting departments in planning, receiving, warehousing, material movement and distribution
Resolves problems using solutions that involve new and existing techniques, technologies, or concepts
Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization
Analyzes sales and service forecasts to determine, human resource needs, and project planning
Confers with all levels of management, production, sales, service, engineering, purchasing and accounting staff to determine inventory and production levels
Acts as a LME liaison to other Liebherr companies and affiliates to build and maintain partnerships
Forecasts capital and operating costs for reporting departments and prepares budgets
Provides direction and example for interpretation and application of company policies and procedures to reporting departments
Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations, and develops recommendations accordingly
Maintains a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner
Trains and ensures all assigned employees are aware of and comply with company, government, and customer policies, procedures, and regulations
Ensures clarity around priorities and goals for the Warehouse Logistics area
Works with Senior and Executive Management for strategy development and execution planning
Communicates financial and goal results and key performance indicators to direct and indirect reports
Directly manages a staff of 2-5 and indirectly supervises approximately 60 employees
Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of Warehouse and Production Control
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Logistics or Supply Chain Management
Minimum of 8 years working experience in assembled mobile equipment
Knowledge of stock control and reconciliation with data storage systems
Ability to use Microsoft Office
Knowledge of the Warehouse, planning, and QA related systems as it relates to product structure, quality, inventory control and material movement
Knowledge of warehousing and planning Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, part drawings, assemble drawings, schematics, component/system specifications or governmental regulations
Hands on experience with warehouse management software and databases
Ability to apply Lean concepts and project planning techniques
Strong decision making and problem solving skills
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time to customer or supplier sites
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license and passport
Ability to maintain Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) certification
Benefits
Major medical, dental and vision insurance
401K plan with company match
Paid vacation and personal days
Company
Liebherr USA
Liebherr in the USA was established in 1970 in Newport News, VA.
Founded in 1970Newport News, Virginia, US
10001+ employees
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