Operations Manager - 3PL Final Mile - Furniture Delivery

Direct Impact Logistics; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee its final mile delivery operations. The role includes managing daily logistics, optimizing expenses, and leading a team to ensure safe and efficient delivery services. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving and communication skills, with prior experience in logistics management preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience interacting with Independent Contractors (Delivery Service Providers).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Previous experience with final mile deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Assist with overseeing day-to-day operations.
• Design strategy and set goals for growth.
• Ensure staff follows health and safety regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Spanish speaking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Operations Manager - 3PL Final Mile - Furniture Delivery

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• The Operations Manager will assist General Manager in executing the overall direction and coordination of the local business unit.
• This role will lead-safe work practices and lean management of the transportation and delivery function.
• The Operations Manager will work closely with the Team to ensure accountability for inbound/outbound logistics.
• They will report to General Manager.
  
  

Operations Manager Role

• The Operations Manager will assist General Manager in executing the overall direction and coordination of the local business unit.
• This role will lead-safe work practices and lean management of the transportation and delivery function.
• The Operations Manager will work closely with the Team to ensure accountability for inbound/outbound logistics.
• They will report to General Manager.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Assist with overseeing day-to-day operations.
• Design strategy and set goals for growth.
• Maintain budgets and optimize expenses.
• Set policies and processes.
• Ensure employees work productively and develop professionally.
• Oversee recruitment and training of new employees.
• Evaluate and improve operations and financial performance.
• Direct the employee assessment process.
• Prepare regular reports for upper management.
• Ensure staff follows health and safety regulations.
• Provide solutions to issues (e.g. profit decline, employee conflicts, loss of business to competitors).
  
  

Job Requirements

• Ability to work flexible schedules/shifts.
• Possess a valid driver’s license in the state of residence.
• Able to do the following with or without reasonable accommodation:
• Lift, bend, reach above the head, kneel, crouch, and/or stretch during shifts up to 10 hours long.
• Lift, push, pull and move boxes up to 70 pounds each.
• Move up and down stairs.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience interacting with Independent Contractors (Delivery Service Providers).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience with final mile deliveries.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated communication skills (written and verbal).
• Spanish speaking preferred.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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