General Manager Supply Chain 3PL

Confidential; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced senior operations leader to drive a highly automated 3PL site in Atlanta, focusing on productivity, safety and associate engagement. You will lead execution, set cross-functional priorities, and align the team with company goals.

The role requires 7+ years of leadership in automated logistics, strong analytical skills, and a proven ability to develop others while delivering results. Travel to other sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
• 7+ years of senior operational leadership in highly automated logistics with P&L experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to lead, train and motivate a team and develop others.
• Excellent written, oral and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.
• Strong follow-up and accountability skills.
• Strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail and ability to draw conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Lead site of high-level complexity strategically to align the business, people and safety practices to achieve key metrics.
• Apply knowledge of how current technologies, regulations and vendor/supplier dynamics are impacting the business.
• Develop, manage, and coordinate all facets of transportation including cost of Final Mile.
• Utilize measurement tools and data analytics to deliver overall business plan.
• Collaborate with retail partners to improve service.
• Collaborate with technological partners to deliver superior customer experience.
• Collaborate with marketing partners maximize sales, market potential, etc.
• Serve as site representative in dealing with governmental agencies / NGOs, suppliers, and vendors.
• Prepare annual operating budgets.
• Maintain and operate site SQR levels at corporately established levels.
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce and/or distribute safe, quality foods and other merchandise that meet regulatory and company requirements.
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of all company systems and processes.
• Strategically manage workforce needs to meet site business objectives.
• Travel independently to other site locations.
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team development

Stakeholder collaboration

Attention to detail

Accountability

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

Lead, implement and oversee execution of site strategies, processes, and systems to increase site productivity, safety and associate engagement in a highly automated 3PL facility. Drive increasing levels of site performance, operating efficiency and customer satisfaction. Lead and improve the site execution. Drive strategic thinking in a continuously changing environment with detailed execution and cross functional collaboration across the network.

Responsibilities

• Lead site of high-level complexity strategically to align the business, people and safety practices to achieve key metrics
• Apply knowledge of how current technologies, regulations and vendor/supplier dynamics are impacting the business
• Develop, manage, and coordinate all facets of transportation including cost of Final Mile
• Utilize measurement tools and data analytics to deliver overall business plan
• Collaborate with retail partners to improve service
• Collaborate with technological partners to deliver superior customer experience
• Collaborate with marketing partners maximize sales, market potential, etc.
• Serve as site representative in dealing with governmental agencies / NGOs, suppliers, and vendors
• Prepare annual operating budgets
• Maintain and operate site SQR levels at corporately established levels
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce and/or distribute safe, quality foods and other merchandise that meet regulatory and company requirements
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of all company systems and processes
• Strategically manage workforce needs to meet site business objectives
• Travel independently to other site locations
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree business related field or equivalent work experience
• 7+ years senior operational leadership in highly automated logistics environment with P&L experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to lead, train and motivate a team and ability to develop others
• Excellent written, oral and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and peers
• Strong follow-up and accountability skills
• Strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail and ability to draw conclusions

Desired Experience

• 4+ years' experience managing in eCommerce or retail operations
• 4+ years as a general manager in distribution in the food industry