GEODIS

Director Operations

GEODIS$100K — $130K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 7 years of relevant experience or equivalent education and training.
  • Preferred knowledge of storage and shipment of food grade items.
  • Experience with inbound and outbound international shipments is a plus.
  • Familiarity with labor management systems is required.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Ability to interpret financial reports and manage P&L effectively.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with practical application of mathematical concepts.

Responsibilities

  • Direct warehouse and distribution operations for efficiency and profitability.
  • Initiate and lead process improvement teams across facilities.
  • Develop strategies for optimal use of materials and resources.
  • Review operational costs and implement changes to enhance profitability.
  • Manage accounting records and ensure budget compliance across divisions.
  • Ensure ISO compliance and oversee safety protocols in assigned facilities.
  • Lead and develop the senior operations management team.

Benefits

  • Early access to wages through the Rain financial wellness app.
  • Free telehealth services available from day one of employment.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days.
  • 401(k) matching program to support retirement savings.
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents.
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship programs.
  • Employee discounts on various services and products.
  • Access to wellness programs, including fitness discounts.
  • Daycare discount program offered for working parents.
  • Volunteer opportunities to engage with the community.
Full Job Description
Director of Operations

Position Summary:

The Director of Operations is responsible for directing the warehouse, distribution, inventory management and related operations for assigned facilities and is responsible for a safe, profitable operation.

Your role on the team:

  • Communicates best practices nation wide
  • Initiates process improvement teams
  • Confers with customers and representatives of associated industries to evaluate and promote improved and expanded services in the area
  • Develops plans for efficient use of materials, equipment and employee resources
  • Reviews costs and makes changes/recommendations to maintain and enhance profitable operation of division
  • Directs preparation of accounting records, recommends budgets to management, ensures budget numbers are met
  • Communicates KPI's weekly, monthly, and quarterly
  • Participates in company marketing and sales efforts
  • Ensures ISO compliance for assigned facilities
  • Ensures assigned facilities have the resources necessary to meet company goals and objectives
  • Manages Operations Senior Managers, Managers and/or Account Managers within assigned facilities and is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of assigned accounts/campuses.
  • Interviews, hires and trains employees
  • Plans, assigns and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines; addresses complaints and resolves problems
  • Travels as needed: to possible include 75% in 1st 90 days and 15-25% after 1st 90 days
  • Promotes and ensures a clean and safe work environment
  • For food accounts, incumbent is responsible to report food safety problems to senior management toinitiate action


What you need:

  • Minimum 7 years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and
    experience
  • Experience and/or knowledge of storage and shipment of food grade items preferred
  • Experience with both inbound and outbound international shipments preferred
  • Knowledge of labor management systems
  • PC literate with experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and the general public
  • Ability to properly manage P&L
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form


What you gain from joining our team:

  • Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app.
  • Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through FirstStop Health available first day of employment!
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
  • 401k match
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave
  • Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
  • Employee discounts
  • Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
  • Free financial wellness programs
  • Daycare discount program
  • Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
  • + more!


Join our Team!

  • Visit our website at workatGEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview.


OR

  • Text DELIVER to 88300 to apply!


About GEODIS

GEODIS is a global logistics provider with over 41,000 employees and a presence in over 120 countries. The company offers a range of services including supply chain optimization, freight forwarding, contract logistics, distribution and express delivery. GEODIS serves a variety of industries including automotive, retail, healthcare, and aerospace. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
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