First Line Manager

AB Volvo; Mississippi; On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental and vision

Generous paid time off

Retirement matching plan

Volvo Group University development

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Volvo Group is seeking a First Line Manager – Outbound Operations for the Central Distribution Center in Byhalia, MS. You will oversee inbound/outbound performance, lead team leaders, and drive cross-functional initiatives to secure on-time deliveries and cost efficiency.

The role demands 5 years in distribution/logistics, 2+ years of supervision, and a strong Lean/continuous improvement mindset in an English-speaking environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, business, Engineering, or similar field preferred.
• 5 years of experience in distribution/manufacturing or logistics required.
• 2+ years of management/supervisory experience required.
• Proven skills in developing people; coaching and shaping a high-performing team.
• Strong leadership using an inclusive coaching style.

Responsibilities

• Manage an allocated part of the Distribution Center and supervise team leaders.
• Drive cross-functional work with support organizations to secure end-to-end customer deliverables.
• Enforce rules per collective bargaining agreement and local work rules.
• Improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and environmental performance.
• Attract, hire, and develop talent; create improvement plans; build strong staff relationships.
• Ensure adherence to OD/VPS programs and maintain safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Lean principles

Coaching

English proficiency

People development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, business, Engineering, or similar

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

Service Market Logistics (SML), part of Volvo Group Trucks Operations, serves all brands and business areas by managing and optimizing service parts availability and distribution to secure customer uptime. Through our operations, we provide world class service focusing on delivery precision, quality, continuous improvement, cost efficiency and synergies delivering value all the way to our customers. We embrace innovation and new technologies and work with environmental care and sustainability at heart. Our footprint consists of 40 distribution centers and 3,800 employees worldwide, and we strive for an innovative and diverse workplace, exercising the Volvo Group values with high focus on Customer Success. We are Proud to Deliver. Making a Difference. For People. Every Day.

SML North America (NA) is a part of SML and has about 1,000 employees across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. We operate the Central Distribution Center in Byhalia, MS as well as Regional Distribution Centers across the NA region. We have an exciting opportunity for the right individual as a First Line Manager – Outbound Operations for our Central Distribution Center in Byhalia, MS. This Byhalia CDC is a 1.2 million square foot facility located approximately 25 miles southeast of Memphis, TN and employs approximately 630 employees. This position reports to the CDC Director.

Scope

• Manages an allocated part of the Distribution Center, in one of the operational areas (Inbound/Outbound/Mack)
• Manages Team Leaders and respective team members
• Cooperates with colleagues and drives cross-functional work with support organizations, to secure deliverables in an end-to-end customer perspective
• Engages other Volvo entities and third parties, for operational issues, when required
• Enforce rules and regulations as set forth in any collective bargaining agreement, local work rules, and company policy

Main activities and responsibilities for these roles

Accountable for the inbound and/or Outbound operational performance in terms of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Environment, People (SQDCEP). Responsible for improving safety and ergonomics in the area. Securing analysis and corrective actions in case of accidents or incidents. Drive prevention through risk hunting and risk analysis. Increase safety culture via regular GEMBA walks and safety dialogue. Secure built-in quality and work with customer feedback to constantly improve quality of the deliveries. Responsible for the timely deliveries towards dealers (including refill to SDC/RDC) and improvement of internal lead times. Responsible for the financial performance within the area by: Securing efficiency targets; Identifying improvements opportunities and realizing cost savings. Formalize and implement best practices through shared learnings via networking, benchmarking (both internally and externally) to drive performance to the next level. Support all project activities as directed by the management. Assist with attracting, hiring, and developing talent for new as well for existing employees. Create improvement plans and challenge team to achieve higher results. Establish and develop strong relationship with all staff members. Ensure environmental policies are followed and maintained. Ensure compliance with all OD/VPS programs and communicate with subordinates as required. Support a strong problem-solving culture with everyone all-in on the achieving the operations objectives. Use sound judgment to ensure the end customer is satisfied. Maintain compliance with company policy/procedures as required. Promotes the Volvo Group values and culture. All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, business, Engineering, or similar field preferred
• 5 years of experience in distribution/manufacturing or logistics required
• 2 or more years of management/supervisory experience required
• Proven skills in developing people; coaching and shaping a high-performing team
• Strong leadership skills using an inclusive style of coaching
• Significant change management experience with the ability to set demanding targets; and then motivate teams and individuals to deliver outside their comfort zones
• Strong Knowledge in Lean Principles through formal training preferred
• Proficient in MS Office

Necessary functional/language skills

• As all documentation is in English, proficiency in the English language is required
• Must be flexible to work 1st & 2nd shifts

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $83,500 - $103,100 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
• Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
• Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

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Job Category: Supply Chain & Logistics

Organization: Trucks Technology & Industrial

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead,we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.