Strategic Logistics Director: Ops, Safety & Growth

Kenco Group; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 132,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance including HSA, HRA,

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Kenco Group is seeking a Director of Logistic Operations to lead regional site activities and act as a liaison between the organization and clients. The role focuses on maximizing efficiency and profitability while upholding Kenco principles. Significant travel is required to align sites with strategic goals.

The position requires 8–10 years in supply chain or logistics leadership, a strong track record in budgeting and customer relations, and a Lean Six Sigma background. MBA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business management, logistics, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 8-10 years of supply chain management, business management or logistics experience.
• 3-5 years of logistic site leadership with budgetary experience.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or training preferred.
• Strong leadership and management skills with the proven ability to maximize team performance.
• Strong customer relationship skills; ability to balance and manage customers’ expectations while aligning with corporate goals.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Execute and aid in forming the vision for the network and translate the company vision downstream to sites and employees.
• Identify new business opportunities and maximize revenue and margins with existing customers by developing and maintaining customer relationships.
• Facilitate monthly and quarterly business reviews that showcases performance, value-add, challenges, etc.
• Oversee and continuously evaluate the day-to-day site performance against established KPI's.
• Meet regularly, at least once a month, with all assigned General Managers to ensure continuous line of sight of daily operations.
• Drive industry leading safety initiatives throughout the network to reduce operational risks and foster a culture of safety.
• Develop and maintain customer profiles and review business issues, opportunities, information flow, and contracts.
• Build business cases and present complete proposals and value solutions for our customers.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and training to all employees within the operation.
• Direct the implementation of new programs and processes while working cross functionally with other groups.
• Use Lean Six Sigma tools to assess site capabilities for improved efficiency, safety, quality, and financial performance.
• Regularly visit sites and establish a management presence aligned with Kenco principles.
• Other applicable duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Customer relationships

Strategic planning

Lean Six Sigma

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business management, logistics, or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

Kenco Group is seeking a Director of Logistic Operations to lead regional site activities and act as a liaison between the organization and clients. The role focuses on maximizing efficiency and profitability while upholding Kenco principles. Significant travel is required to align sites with strategic goals.

The position requires 8–10 years in supply chain or logistics leadership, a strong track record in budgeting and customer relations, and a Lean Six Sigma background. MBA is preferred.