General Manager - Final Mile

Werner-Enterprises; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 73,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

401(k) Plan

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Werner Enterprises in Edison, NJ is seeking a Delivery Operations Manager to lead contracted home delivery teams and internal staff in a fast-paced environment. You will oversee transportation, warehouse operations, and client relationships to meet or exceed expectations.

This role includes ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, managing KPI reporting, and driving continuous improvement of the full fulfillment cycle.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse management, distribution and inventory control.
• 2-3 years in warehouse/last-mile distribution with 3PL.
• Proven ability to lead and develop delivery teams and monitor KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee home delivery operations and contracted partners.
• Monitor fulfillment, transportation, receiving and quality checks.
• Ensure safety and OSHA/regulatory compliance.
• Lead KPI reporting and performance reviews.
• Coordinate staff development and client-focused service.

Skills

Lead teams

Warehouse management

3PL experience

P&L management

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Project planning

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position: White Glove Residential Delivery ManagerDepartment: Transportation / Warehouse / White Glove Residential Delivery Operations / Final MileJob Type : Full-timeSchedule : 5:00am to 2:00pm / 5 days of Mon - Sat / Full TimeIndustry : Transportation / Furniture Delivery and / or Assembly - Installation / White GloveJob Summary:The Delivery Operations Manager will report to Field Regional Delivery Operations Manager . The position will lead a team of contracted independent home delivery teams and associated internal employees in a fast-paced environment. Manages all facets of the operation, transportation, and home delivery operations, and ensures processes and communications are aligned to meet and exceed client requirements. Ensures positive customer experience and positive client partnership. Directs the development of all warehouse personnel and operations, as well as contracted delivery partners to support the client relationship.Responsibilities· Support strategic direction in order that all activities delivery operations align with the client’s goals and expectations.· Ensure proper measuring and monitoring of the complete fulfillment cycle to meet and exceed client requirements-including transportation, receiving and quality inspections, return inventory management.· Ensures a safe work environment and equipment operation in compliance with OSHA and other state and local fire and safety regulations.· Support the enforcement of all government regulations related to the warehouse operations and transportation operation including but not limited to OSHA and other governmental agencies.· Support policies and procedures for all maintenance activities.· Support a culture of a team environment.· Confers with senior management, reviews and analyzes activity, operating and forecast reports to determine whether modifications in operations are required.· Support for the overall direction, coordination, motivation, and evaluation of direct reports.· Establishes and directs a plan of personal development which will support the client’s requirements, and specifications.· Effective manage KPI reporting· 3-5 years effective in managing / home delivery / 3PL (third-party logistics) / Home Décor or Installations and P&L'sRequirements· Strong knowledge of warehouse processes, technology, order fulfillment to retail, transportation, and supply chain management.· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.· Effective organizational and planning skills including the ability to define a problem, collect data, determine root cause, and work to resolution with a team.· Experience in a direct customer interaction role, with a solid background of managing work teams to meet client expectations.· Proven leadership ability; demonstrated ability to build, mentor, train, grow and lead a team.· Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).· Minimum 2-3 years of experience in warehouse management, distribution, and inventory control - preferably in big box consumer goods or last-mile distribution (3PL).· Proven track record of successful warehouse management, for large clients with multi-year service agreements.· Manage up 9+ (White Glove Furniture) Delivery Units per day / Contracted independent home delivery teams.· 2-3 years effective in managing / home delivery / 3PL (third-party logistics) and P&L'sThe expected starting pay range for this position is $72,524.40 - $96,699.20 annualized salary. Offers determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.By clicking “Submit” you are expressly consenting to our Privacy Policy (available at https://www.werner.com/privacy-policy/ ) and to Werner Enterprises, Inc., its representatives, and affiliates (“Werner”) contacting you about your inquiry, and that Werner may collect sensitive information about you to consider your employment as explained further in our Privacy Policy. All information collected will be handled and retained as explained in the Privacy Policy.