Distribution Center Supervisor II

Daimler Truck North America; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America is seeking a PDC leader in Las Vegas to guide supervisory staff, optimize schedules, and drive continuous improvement across the Parts Distribution Center. You will work with cross-functional teams to improve throughput, safety, and service levels in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications include a BS/BA and 7 years of experience in a high-volume setting, plus Lean expertise and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• BS/BA and 7 years in high-volume manufacturing or logistics.
• Leadership experience in manufacturing, distribution or transportation.
• Lean/Continuous Improvement tools and principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to coach and develop employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to supervisory staff in the PDC.
• Plan schedules, staffing, and production sequences to maximize productivity.
• Lead PDC Continuous Improvement effort.
• Lead and implement TOS process for PDC.
• Analyze data to identify production problems and develop improvements.
• Manage safety, security, vendor management, and equipment issues.
• Oversee warehouse layout, space utilization, and slotting.
• Develop/monitor budgets and expenses for PDC.
• Inventory control and customer service activities including returns.
• Coordinate quality and throughput goals with PDC Manager.
• Point of contact for audits.
• Engage in tactical and strategic planning.
• Super User for SAP, DView, IMS and systems.
• Determine staffing levels and recruitment with PDC Manager.
• Interpret company policy for workforce.
• Facilitate problem solving between PDC and corporate.
• Other duties as assigned; support safe environment.

Skills

7 years experience

Lean/Continuous Improvement

Microsoft Office

Employee coaching

Education

BS/BA in relevant field

Tools

SAP

DView

IMS

Job description

Inside the Role

The Parts Distribution Center (PDC) is a multi-shift and fast-paced operation which provides direct aftermarket parts support to DTNA's dealer and distribution network. You will work alongside highly motivated individuals within the organization's Leadership Team, focusing on both short-term and long-term goals and objectives of the PDC.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of$95,000 - $121,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, andexperience

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401kcompany contribution with company match up to6% as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age;starting at 4 weeks paidvacation; 15calendar holidays;8 weekspaidparental leave; employee assistance program;comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off; short-termand long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Provide leadership and support to supervisory staff, including direct, indirect and support functions within the Parts Distribution Center.
• Plan and establish work schedules, staffing requirements, and production sequences to maximize productivity.
• Lead the PDC Continuous Improvement effort in zone of responsibility.
• Lead and implement TOS process for PDC
• Analyze operational and statistical data to identify and determine causes of production problems and develop action plans for improvement.
• Develop and execute strategic plans based on production process analysis and make recommendations on solutions to process improvements.
• Lead the PDC safety and security programs as well as vendor management and all equipment and maintenance issues.
• Responsible for warehouse layout, reconfiguration efforts, space utilization and slotting to support efficiency.
• Develop/monitor budgets and expenses for PDC.
• Responsible for all inventory control and customer service activities to include credit/claim issues and returning defective material to suppliers.
• In coordination with the PDC Manager, establish, evaluate and communicate quality and through-put goals for each area.
• Point of contact for all federal, state, local and corporate audit/inspection efforts.
• Engage in both tactical and strategic planning to maximize operational efficiencies.
• Super User for SAP, DView, IMS and all other systems in use at the PDC.
• Working knowledge of both Domestic and International Distribution concepts.
• In coordination with the PDC Manager, determine manpower/staffing levels, direct and indirect recruitment and retention.
• Interpret Company policy and procedure for the workforce including conflict resolution between employees.
• Facilitate problem solving between the PDC and corporate functions, including the PDC Operations and TOS teams both located in Fort Mill, SC.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.
• Support and facilitate a safe and ethical work environment and working culture.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• BS/BA and 7 years of relevant experience in a high-volume manufacturing or logistics setting.
• Previous Leadership experience within an operational environment, i.e. manufacturing, distribution or transportation is required.
• Knowledge and application of Lean/Continuous Improvement tools and principles is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office application is required.
• Ability to coach and develop employees to ever higher levels of performance is required.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Strong Customer focus and previous face time experience with customers is preferred.

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Las Vegas, NV US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.