Job Description:
CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are well on our way to achieving our vision: to be a Top 5 global 3PL.
We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.
DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination, encourages boldness and exemplarity, and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics as we become a global leader in the logistics industry. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you "Dare to Grow" with us?
YOUR ROLE
Oversee the contract/s and all employees in the growth and development of additional business opportunities with existing customers. Ensure ongoing customer service and customer relations are maintained by overseeing the contract's daily operations based on the needs of the customer. Responsible for the attainment of profit objectives of contracts. Models and acts in accordance with our guiding principles and core values.
WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?
- Ensure ongoing customer service and maintain customer relations through focusing on the contract's daily operations based on customer's needs.
- Responsible for attainment of profit objectives of contracts, provide financial analysis and decision making for customer.
- Responsible for the organic growth and development of additional business opportunities with existing customer.
- Ensure safety, maintain quality, establish and monitor cost control programs.
- Lead and foster creative problem solving, develop positive and professional relationships with customer and within contracts.
- Work with government departments, social groups, etc.
- Provide leadership in coaching, mentoring, personnel selection, professional development.
- Oversee of operations management within the company guidelines.
- Oversee operations schedule and staff the contract in anticipation of customer needs. Oversee the staffing needs of the Contract to assure sufficient labor to meet the customer's requirements as well as control labor costs.
- Provide support and guidance to hiring manager.
- Manage the contract staff to assure continued quality service by writing procedures, testing, hiring and training managerial and operational personnel.
- Maintain corporate productivity and quality award programs to recognize outstanding performance.
- Encourage use of Performance Management system in all facets of the Contract operation. Maintain the Contracts quality performance objectives through the continuous improvement processes.
- Train managers and other personnel strategically in all areas that will help them achieve the contract goals and objectives and satisfy the customer
- Establish ongoing programs to ensure continuous improvement. This includes the use of Kaizen, LEAN and the EQS program to maintain quality performance.
- Motivate the workforce with the Performance Management program; encourage input from the employees through Employee Involvement Groups; and reward for continuous performance by using the quality and Productivity Award programs.
- Establish and monitor cost control programs, including annual budget development, monthly P & L review and payroll and cost analysis. With Performance Management projects, guide managerial staff to monitor and control costs on a weekly basis.
- Handle daily administration of contract, including preparation of customer related performance reports and all other correspondence; requests from vendors, general office and contract employees; and all other items that fall within managerial scope of responsibility.
- Negotiate and Enforce Collective Bargaining Agreement where applicable.
- Negotiate resolutions pertaining to conflicts in the workplace.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- Demonstrated excellent leadership and interpersonal skills. Ability to train, motivate, coach and counsel others.
- Excellent oral communication and customer relations skills.
- Creative and possess the ability to think strategically outside the box.
- Computer literate.
- Excellent organizational and financial management skills. Problem solving, conflict resolution, decision-making and planning /organizing skills. Ability to multi-task and excellent time management skills.
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, 3PL or transportation.
- 5 to 10 years senior management experience in a transportation/ industrial environment.
Preferred:
- Union experience.
- Previous start up and Project management experience.
WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?
With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.
We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.
It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you'd like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let's work together to help you find your new role.
ABOUT TOMORROW
We value your professional and personal growth. That's why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (how about sales or supply chain?) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.
CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background. We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best supply chain professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.
CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.
Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: firstname.lastname@cevalogistics.com. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.
Information provided is true and accurate. False statements or information will result in the application voided.
Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Nearest Major Market: Columbus
