Director of Operations

Mechanix Wear; Platte Gardens (MO); On-site; USD 173,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Mechanix Wear seeks a Director of Operations for its Kansas City Distribution Center. You will oversee daily warehouse activities, drive KPI improvements, and lead a skilled operations team to deliver efficient, safe performance.

Required: Bachelor's in Business Administration, Logistics, or related field; 15 years’ experience; ERP/WMS proficiency; Master’s preferred. This role centers on strategic execution and team leadership within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or related field required.
• Master's degree in Business Administration preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of related experience.
• ERP and/or WMS experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day warehouse operations at the Kansas City center.
• Develop strategies to improve KPIs such as damages, incidents, overtime, pick rates, and accuracy.
• Lead and develop a strong, capable warehouse team.
• Ensure inventory control and safety compliance across all processes.
• Establish and monitor workflows, policies, and performance standards.
• Communicate changes to management and staff; support morale and engagement.

Skills

Business acumen

Communication

People management

MS Office

Organization

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or related field

Master's degree in Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

Job description

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Director of Operations

Full Time Management Kansas City Distribution Center, Kansas City, MO, US

Salary Range: $173,000.00 To $200,000.00 Annually

ABOUT MECHANIX WEAR

Who We Are

Mechanix Wear develops protective gloves for industries including vehicle mechanics, police, military, trade professionals, and construction to name a few. Mechanix Wear is THE TOOL THAT FITS LIKE A GLOVE® In 1991, The Original® Glove was born. The brainchild of a legendary race mechanic that sparked a revolution for working hands. Championed by mechanics and pit crews at the 1991 Daytona 500, The Original® is the glove that started it all. For more information, visit www.mechanix.com.

What We Do

At Mechanix Wear, we are building a world where Safety is foundational, Performance is enhanced, and Trust in the brand is unshakable. We create and elevate protection beyond your expectations, through innovative design, advanced materials, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. We stand behind our core values including Thinking Big, Being a Problem Solver, Doing Things the Right Way, and TeaMWork.

JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Operations will oversee the day-to-day activities of the warehouse, ensuring that the organization is managed and performing efficiently and effectively. This role will develop and implement strategies for improving key performance indicators including damages, incident rates, overtime, pick rates, and accuracy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensures achievement of warehouse revenue coals
• Owns SG&A budget for the warehouse
• Optimizes warehouse resources and builds a strong and capable warehouse team
• Ensures inventory is accounted for in a safe and efficient manner
• Establishes and maintains workflow processes necessary to meet warehouse goals
• Establishes quantitative and qualitative metrics, guidelines, and standards by which the warehouse's efficiency and effectiveness can be evaluated; identifies opportunities for improvement
• Implements policies and procedures that will improve day-to-day operations
• Analyzes trends in technology and assesses the impact of emerging technologies to create efficiencies in warehousing and logistics
• Oversees team that ensures equipment and facility are operational while identifying opportunities for improvement to reduce waste and manage repair needs
• Ensures work environments are adequate and safe
• Communicates and explains new directives, policies, or procedures to managers; for major changes, meets with entire staff to explain changes, answer questions, and maintain morale
• Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community
• Performs other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES

• Thorough understanding of practices, theories, and policies involved in business and finance
• Superior verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Superior managerial and diplomacy skills
• Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in the hiring and training of departmental managers
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or related field required
• Master's degree in Business Administration preferred
• Minimum 15 years of related experience required
• ERP and/or WMS experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and possess physical stamina
• Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull heavy materials and objects
• Must be able to crouch in small spaces and climb ladders

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Mechanix Wear provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.