
Operations Manager II (Supply Chain/Logistics)
Penske Logistics · Rochester, NY
- On site
- Full-time
- $93,500 / year
- Rochester, NY
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Job highlights
- Lead supply chain and logistics operations.
- Manage drivers and operational teams.
- Achieve customer and company goals.
- Oversee financial and safety performance.
- Drive continuous operational improvements.
About the role
Operations Manager II Supply Chain Logistics - Penske Logistics
Are you an energetic and team-oriented leader focused on commitment to customers, dedication to excellence and innovation? Do you have a proven record of leadership excellence and a history of leading teams to consistently exceed established goals in dynamic operational environments? Do you have a proven ability to recruit, train, develop, communicate with and retain team members? Do you have a demonstrated ability to develop forward looking plans and turn those plans into successful execution? Do you have a proven ability to effectively manage financial resources?
Penske Logistics is seeking a proven leader with relevant experience and skills to join our team of transportation and logistics professionals. We are seeking a candidate to supervise drivers at one of our locations.
Position Summary:
Lead teams in a dynamic operational environment, to consistently exceed established goals, demonstrate a commitment to customers and a dedication to excellence and innovation. Develop forward looking plans and turn those plans into successful execution. Effectively manage resources to achieve operational excellence and meet or exceed the site financial operating plan. Implement and maintain an incident free safety culture at the operation.
Opportunity Details:
- Schedule: Monday - Friday / Hours : 6:00AM - 4:00PM - (Hours vary depending on business needs)
- Experience: Transportation management background, strong communicator, goal oriented, detail oriented, demonstrated leadership skills. Supporting class A drivers.
- Salary: $69,300 - $93,500 + Position is bonus eligible up to 30% of the base salary
- Benefits: Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy, and secure. To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/
Major Responsibilities:
People
- Establish and sustain that all supervisors and associates are trained and competent and understand how their work relates to the customers' business objectives.
- Establish and sustain that we recruit, hire, train, develop and retain quality associates.
- Establish and sustain effective, two-way communication that informs and motivates as well as recognizes excellence among team members.
- Establish and sustain strong and effective relationships with associates, the customer, and supporting departments.
Operations
- Meet or exceed all customer key performance metrics and objectives.
- Interact daily with local customer to ensure existing and emerging customer needs are understood.
- Lead team to identify operational improvements in areas such as route optimization, carrier selection, backhauls, and trailer loading.
- Collaborate with other Penske sites to share best practices, leverage resources/assets, etc.
Finance
- Develop and execute annual financial and operating plan.
- Lead the operation with integrity to meet or exceed the Business Plan targets.
- Identify issues with the operating metrics and P&L and make required adjustments in a timely manner.
- Ensure customer billings and associate payroll are prepared timely and accurately, the payables and intercompany charges are valid and correct, and all other activities are accurately reflected in the P&L.
Safety
- Lead a culture of safety through personal example.
- Develop, execute, and assess continuous improvement plan to reduce accident and injury frequency.
- Ensure each associate understands their individual role and responsibilities, as well as the group's role and responsibilities required to achieve and maintain a safe work place.
- Proactively identify and correct unsafe conditions, work processes, and behaviors.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies, company policies and procedures.
- Coach through safety observations.
Growth/Customer Experience
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and challenge the status quo.
- Execute a process to track and record value delivered to the customer.
- Identify and seize profitable business opportunities for the customer and Penske.
- Utilize available metrics to monitor and maximize customer efficiencies and achieve cost savings.
Fleet/Assets
- Lead effort to improve fleet/equipment utilization, maintenance availability and fuel efficiency.
- Contribute to equipment specification at time of start-up and renewal.
- Build a strong working relationship with local PTL district and other equipment vendors.
- Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
- 4 - 6 years related functional experience.
- 3+ years managerial or supervisory experience with DOT regulated positions required.
- High School degree or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint required.
- Must have ability to connect and build rapport and relationships with associates and external customers at all levels.
- Must have ability to work efficiently with time management and organizational skills with follow-up and follow through.
- Ability to manage through a problem and think and make decisions independently.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute annual financial operating plan.
- Ability to drive process improvement and lead change.
- Must demonstrate ownership & responsibility for running the operation with a sense of urgency.
- Strong written/oral communication including the ability to present in front of others, and demonstrate active listening skills are required.
- Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
- Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.
Physical Requirements:
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Penske Logistics
Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.
Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain
Job Family: Operations
Address: 105 VANGUARD PKWY
Primary Location: US-NY-Rochester
Employer: Penske Logistics LLC
Req ID: 2606660
Key skills/competency
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics Operations
- Team Leadership
- Performance Metrics
- Financial Management
- Safety Culture
- Customer Relationship Management
- Process Improvement
- DOT Regulations
- Transportation Management
Skills & topics
- Operations Manager
- Supply Chain
- Logistics
- Transportation Management
- Team Leadership
- Penske Logistics
- Driver Management
- Financial Oversight
- Safety Management
- Process Improvement
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in transportation management, leadership, and financial oversight, using keywords from the job description.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize your ability to recruit, train, develop, and retain team members, as well as your communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience in managing P&L, implementing safety cultures, and driving process improvements.
- Understand Penske's values: Research Penske Logistics' commitment to customers, excellence, and innovation to align your answers with their culture.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the typical working hours for the Operations Manager II role at Penske Logistics in Rochester, NY?
- The typical schedule for this Operations Manager II position is Monday through Friday, with core hours from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM. However, actual hours may vary depending on business needs, so flexibility is important.
- What kind of experience is required for the Operations Manager II at Penske Logistics?
- Penske Logistics requires candidates for the Operations Manager II role to have 4-6 years of related functional experience, including at least 3 years of managerial or supervisory experience in DOT-regulated positions. A transportation management background is essential.
- Does Penske Logistics offer benefits for their Operations Managers?
- Yes, Penske Logistics provides an excellent benefits plan designed to keep associates and their families happy, healthy, and secure. You can find more details about their benefits at https://penske.jobs/benefits/.
- What is the salary range for the Operations Manager II position at Penske Logistics?
- The Operations Manager II position at Penske Logistics offers a competitive salary range of $69,300 to $93,500 annually. Additionally, the position is bonus eligible, with the potential to earn up to 30% of the base salary.
- What are the key responsibilities of an Operations Manager II at Penske Logistics?
- Key responsibilities include leading teams to exceed goals, managing financial and operating plans, ensuring customer satisfaction, fostering a strong safety culture, and improving fleet/asset utilization.
- Is a Bachelor's degree required for the Operations Manager II role at Penske Logistics?
- A High School degree or equivalent is required for the Operations Manager II position. While a Bachelor's degree is preferred, it is not strictly required, making candidates with strong experience and a high school diploma eligible.
- What is Penske Logistics' approach to safety for their Operations Managers?
- Penske Logistics emphasizes leading a culture of safety through personal example. Operations Managers are responsible for developing and assessing continuous improvement plans to reduce accidents, ensuring associates understand their safety roles, and proactively correcting unsafe conditions.
- How does Penske Logistics handle customer relationships for this Operations Manager role?
