General Manager

Xpedient Logistics; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Xpedient Logistics is seeking a General Manager in Warren, MI to lead a high-performing distribution center. You will drive employee and customer satisfaction through strong people leadership, data-driven decision making, and a focus on achieving targets in a dynamic environment.

The role emphasizes managing daily operations, optimizing production targets, and building a world-class team for long-term success at the new distribution center. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse management at a supervisory/manager level.
• Extensive use of a Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• P&L management experience or exposure to financial metrics.
• Strong numerical proficiency for reporting and analysis.
• Effective time management with clearly set objectives and priorities.
• Experience supervising a large team across multiple shifts.
• Background in workforce management and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations at the Warren, MI distribution center.
• Lead and coach staff to achieve customer targets and satisfaction.
• Review production targets and ensure timely achievement.
• Analyze performance reports and adjust plans accordingly.
• Schedule work, assign duties, and optimize workforce deployment.
• Motivate and develop team members to drive improvements.
• Maintain cost controls and meet the daily budget targets.
• Partner with customers for long-term, mutually beneficial relationships.
• Promote safety, teamwork, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure targets are met consistently and handle disciplinary actions when needed.
• Create a positive, productive work environment and clear escalation paths.

Skills

Warehouse mgmt

People leadership

Data-driven decisions

Production planning

Time management

Cross-shift leadership

Workforce management

Performance analysis

Tools

WMS

Job description

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General Manager

Full Time Management Warren, MI, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1990

Salary: $100,000.00 Annually

Xpedient is a full-service 3rd party logistics provider. We have experience helping a diverse client base in warehousing services, transportation management, supply chain management, order fulfillment and labor needs.

Summary

The General Manager is responsible for achieving employee and customer satisfaction through effective people leadership and coaching, organization of tasks, and the ability to handle an ever-changing environment.

The primary objective of the General Manager is to miss and exceed set targets through managing their customer, driving operational performance, developing a world class team with world class quality. This position is a premier role within the organization, as the General Manager is responsible for the daily operations and business a new distribution center.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage customer through proactive communication and data driven results
• Understand and meet production targets
• Review and evaluate performance reports
• Meet production targets for the team
• Follow up on production targets for the team
• Take charge of scheduling work and tasks
• Motivate team members positively and effectively.
• Create an environment conducive to success by promoting and recognizing initiatives.
• Manage to a full budget daily
• Partner with dedicated customer on a long term basis
• Drive performance financially and culturally
• Ensure high employee satisfaction and attendance
• Promote teamwork and cooperation among team members
• Take full responsibility and the required action on disciplinary procedures
• Ensure that all members of the team meet targets consistently
• Ensure a safe and harmonious working environment for all team members

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse environment at a Manager level
• Utilized a WMS extensively
• P&L Management Experience
• Experience with figures and understand basic mathematics needed for reporting, analysis, and differentiation purposes.
• Manage your time effectively and be focused on setting clear objectives and priorities
• Experience managing a large team of people across multiple shifts
• Experience in workforce management and industry best practice.

Safety:

• Observe and follow health and safety regulations
• Enforces operating instructions and safety policies.
• Assist management in establishing warehouse standards and procedures
• Maintain detailed records of safety incidents
• Assign designated safety personnel
• Maintain warehouse in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.

Xpedient Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Xpedient offers competitive wages, insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision and life), paid time off and holidays.