SR Manager Operations

hrone; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Logistics is seeking an Operations Manager based in Dearborn, MI to lead day-to-day automotive supply chain operations and drive performance.

You will manage supervisors, drivers, and hourly staff, partner with HR and safety teams, and ensure customer satisfaction, safety, and quality. A Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in logistics leadership are preferred, with strong communication and problem-solving skills expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred with 3+ years in logistics/operations.
• Experience leading supervisors, drivers, or hourly staff.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities; proficient with Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations supporting automotive customer requirements and service expectations.
• Develop and manage supervisors, coordinators, drivers, and hourly employees.
• Maintain strong customer relationships as primary point of contact for customer reps.
• Monitor KPIs on safety, staffing, attendance, and service delivery.
• Coach, train, and manage performance; address issues and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with policies, customer requirements, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with HR, Safety, Recruiting, and Operations to support staffing and development.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service, and performance.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork and customer service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Employee development

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successfull and opportunities to grow? Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains. Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area.

Universal Dedicated, Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc., is a leading provider of asset-based and asset-light transportation solutions across North America. Through experienced leadership, innovative technology, and operational excellence, we deliver customized logistics and supply chain solutions that help our customers improve efficiency, service, and performance.

This position is based in Dearborn, Michigan , supporting automotive manufacturing and supply chain operations. The Operation Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the operation, including customer satisfaction, employee leadership, safety, quality, financial performance, and daily execution. This role serves as the primary point of contact for both customer and internal leadership teams and plays a critical role in ensuring operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations supporting automotive customer requirements and service expectations.
• Manage and develop supervisors, coordinators, drivers, and hourly employees.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer representatives and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Monitor operational performance, staffing levels, safety, attendance, and service-related KPIs.
• Drive employee accountability through coaching, training, performance management, and corrective action.
• Investigate and resolve operational issues, customer concerns, and employee relations matters.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and safety standards.
• Partner with HR, Safety, Recruiting, and Operations Leadership to support staffing, retention, and employee development initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service, and overall operational performance.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of leadership experience in logistics, transportation, manufacturing, warehousing, or automotive operations.
• Experience leading supervisors, drivers, or hourly workforces.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and employee development skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Automotive, transportation, or logistics experience preferred.