Strategic Planning Manager - Redistribution Center

Daimler Truck AG; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401k match

Vacation time

Public holidays

Parental leave

Healthcare plans

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Onsite fitness

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America’s Indianapolis RDC seeks a senior logistics leader to direct operations, safety, and continuous improvement. You will oversee warehouse and office oversight, ensuring performance across safety, service, quality, and productivity

Lead strategic initiatives, manage vendor relations, and drive KPI trends while coordinating with corporate teams; relocation to Whitestown, IN may apply as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 5 years of logistics management experience, or 8 years in lieu of degree.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic planning and project management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft applications; resume required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct indirect and support functions within the Indianapolis RDC, serving as senior leadership in absence of Site Manager.
• Oversee RDC safety and security programs, vendor management, and equipment/facility maintenance.
• Manage warehouse layout, space utilization, and slotting for efficiency.
• Oversee inventory control and customer service activities including credits and claims.
• Point of contact for federal, state, local and corporate inspections and audits.
• Engage in tactical and strategic planning to maximize operational efficiency.
• Act as Super User for SAP, DView and other RDC systems.
• Provide safety training and health program guidance; analyze safety metrics and drive improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Strategic planning

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

8 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

WMS

Job description

Inside the Role

The Indianapolis Redistribution Center (RDC) is a fast paced operation which provides direct aftermarket parts support to DTNA’s distribution network. At the Indianapolis Redistribution Center you will work alongside highly motivated individuals within the organization’s Leadership Team, focusing on both short and long term goals and objectives of the RDC.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $95,000 – $121,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, andexperience.

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401kcompany contribution with company match up to6% as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age;starting at 4 weeks paidvacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paidparental leave; employee assistance program;comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off; short-termand long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Lead and direct all indirect and support functions within the Indianapolis RDC, including supervision of the office and warehouse support teams, while serving as the senior leadership representative in the absence of the Site Manager by providing overall operational oversight, ensuring business continuity, and driving performance across safety, service, quality, and productivity objectives.
• Responsible for the RDC safety and security programs as well as vendor management and all equipment/facility maintenance issues.
• Responsible for warehouse layout, ongoing reconfiguration efforts, space utilization and slotting to support efficiency.
• Responsible for all inventory control and customer service activities to include credit and claims issues.
• Point of contact for all federal, state, local and corporate inspection/audit efforts
• Engage in both tactical and strategic planning to maximize operational efficiencies.
• Super User for SAP, DView and all other systems in use at the RDC.
• Facilitate problem solving between the RDC and corporate functions, including the RDC Operations Team and TOS Team both located in Fort Mill, SC
• Provide technical and educational support to all levels in the organization pertaining to OSHA regulations, policies, programs, practices, and initiatives as outlined for a proactive safety culture.
• Develop and maintain trends for all KPIs (both leading and lagging indicators) at the RDC level.
• Lead and support investigations for injury prevention using risk analysis tools with corrective actions.
• Develop ergonomic initiatives throughout the RDC with efficient processes and controls.
• Develop and maintain all plant Safety and Health programs in compliance with federal/state/local regulations.
• Communicate and support onsite medical staff in Safety and Health compliance, prevention of injuries, trend analysis and plant health initiatives.
• Compile, analyze, and interpret all safety statistical data analysis tools (BEST, Enablon, SafeTec, etc.).

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelors Degree with 5 years of relevant experience managing a logistics operation OR 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications
• Proven leadership skills with strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Strong strategic planning and project management skills
• An attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Working knowledge of WMS (Warehouse Management System)
• WFM Time and Attendance knowledge preferred
• Working knowledge of truck parts preferred
• Ideal candidates should possess a strong operational background in either distribution or manufacturing with demonstrated ability to apply TOS preferred
• Experience leveraging AI tools and technologies to improve productivity, efficiency, or business outcomes

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Whitestown, IN US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.