About the Role
The Operations Excellence Manager, CIP & Process Optimization, is responsible for identifying and improving the outcomes of Logistics and operational processes to improve efficiencies, reduce cost and increase customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Identify and facilitate process improvement projects, training/ workshops to drive cultural change
- Conduct root cause analysis to determine metrics, troubleshoot manufacturing/ business and assembly issues, material flow, project plans, production capacity, facility design and create process documentation
- Carrying out advanced data collection and analysis for process mapping, develop budgets and cost analysis to determine project feasibility
- Design, Install and capital equipment as it relates to process improvement
- Drive value stream mapping to define “As-Is Analysis” and the transition to Future State
- Develop and conduct compliance assessments, program evaluations and reviews to drive results with the fortitude to ensure change is permanent
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited University
- Five years’ related management experience
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, problem solving and analytical skills
- Training in Lean manufacturing principles and Kaizen facilitation
- Strong leadership skills, experience working in a unionized environment, ability to learn and apply new concepts and overcome obstacles with change
- Previous exposure to a low volume high SKU environment
- Ability to work with and influence others in a fast-paced environment, ability to work shifts as required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Vizio
- Aptitude for AutoCAD and Microsoft Access
- Knowledge of WMS functionality
- Good mathematical skills
- English (reading, writing, verbal), Spanish a plus
- Interpersonal communication and language skills (e.g., listening to others, speaking to others, reading, writing)
- Communication (facilitation skills and very mature communication skills to be able to communicate to all levels in the organization)
- Public Presentation
- Deliver trainings and Workshops
- Six Sigma / Lean Certifications
- E-commerce experience including starting up small to large volume solutions
- Experience in warehouse automation applications (Pick to Light, Automated Sortation, Voice Pick, conveyor design, etc.)
- Travel is required for this role domestically and internationally.
- Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (50%+)
Skills
- Process improvement
- Root cause analysis
- Data collection and analysis
- Process mapping
- Budget development
- Cost analysis
- Project feasibility assessment
- Capital equipment design and installation
- Value stream mapping
- Compliance assessment
- Program evaluation
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Kaizen facilitation
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Vizio
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Access
- WMS functionality
- Public Presentation
- Training delivery
- Workshop facilitation
- Six Sigma
- Lean
- E-commerce
- Warehouse automation applications
Location
- USA - VIRTUAL - US Texas
Work Type
- Full Time
Experience Level
- Five years’ related management experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $118,000.00 – $150,000.00 Annually
Benefits
- Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
About the Company
- In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers.
- Working at DSV means playing in a different league. As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalize and build on our achievements. With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be. Start here. Go anywhere
Equal Opportunity
- DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at hr@us.dsv.com.
