Operations Manager
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The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end supply chain operations, including warehouse management, transportation, and logistics. This role ensures efficient, cost-effective, and timely movement of goods while maintaining high service levels and operational excellence. The Operations Manager leads and coordinates Warehouse, Transportation, and Logistics Managers to achieve company objectives.
- Manage daily operations across warehousing, transportation, and logistics functions
- Ensure seamless coordination between inbound, storage, and outbound processes
- Optimize workflows to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service quality
- Implement and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management
- Conduct regular performance reviews and team meetings
- Ensure alignment of departmental goals with overall business objectives
- Analyze and improve inventory flow, storage utilization, and distribution networks
- Collaborate with procurement, sales, and customer service teams
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma principles where applicable)
- Develop and manage operational budgets
- Monitor costs related to warehousing, freight, and logistics
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising service levels
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (DOT, OSHA, etc.)
- Maintain high standards of workplace safety and environmental practices
- Conduct audits and risk assessments
- Oversee use of WMS (Warehouse Management Systems), TMS (Transportation Management Systems), and ERP systems
- Drive digital transformation and data-driven decision-making
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
- 5–10+ years of experience in operations, logistics, or supply chain management
- Proven leadership experience managing multiple functional teams
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with WMS, TMS, and ERP systems
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance (transportation and warehouse safety)
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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