Manager Distribution Center
Koyo Bearings - Memphis Warehouse, 4903 Southridge Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America ● Memphis, TN, USA
Req #4075
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
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TITLE
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Manager, Distribution Center
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COMPANY
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JTEKT North America
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DEPARTMENT
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Distribution Center
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LOCATION
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Memphis
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CLASSIFICATION
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Salaried Exempt
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REPORTS TO
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Senior, Manager
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GRADE
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207
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REVISION DATE
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10/17/2022
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REVISION LEVEL
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Revision Level 1
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Summary/Purpose
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The purpose of this position is to drive profitable business with the highest levels of safety, customer satisfaction, and quality. The DC Manager must also provide leadership and guidance to direct reports in every functional area of the plant, as well as support a positive work climate and culture. Coordinate through direct reports the execution of production schedules based on sales requirements and plant capacity. Play lead role in resolving customer related issues and actively participate in customer sponsored training or kaizen activities.
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Essential Duties and Accountabilities:
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- Determine plant policies consistent with company values / policy and direct the application of such policies to the plant’s operations. Inform JNA of customer related or other business issues, make recommendations, and seek direction as appropriate.
Confer with Senior Managers, HR Managers, Quality Managers, and PI Team on the application of production processes, kaizen activities, and adherence to safety and environmental programs. Review all recommendations for capital equipment or other special machinery. Work closely with product and operations departments to assure customer satisfaction. Control quality, labor cost per piece, and finished goods inventory levels through appropriate subordinates. Assure appropriate cost reduction efforts are in place to achieve company financial plan. Participate in Daily FMDS mentoring team members and driving improvement to the process. Provide for transparence by holding monthly “All Hands Meetings”, “Round Table Meeting” and attend birthday lunches. Oversee through the facility engineering and plant maintenance functions that building, equipment, and properties are adequately maintained. Participate in long-range plant expansion, conversion, equipment planning and leading annual Hoshin plan development. Participate directly in positive employee relation’s activities, including union avoidance training, employee functions, ongoing communications, and policy implementation. Review and approve recommendation of subordinates in matters of personnel or salary changes. Represent the company in the community and promote the company’s goodwill and interests in community activities. Set goals for HS&E, oversee compliance to policies and improvement efforts to ensure that a safe, risk-free environment is offered to all employees. Work daily overtime and Saturdays and/or Sundays when directed by immediate supervisor or, as necessary, to complete essential job duties. Perform other duties as assigned Maintain privacy of all PHI in accordance with HIPAA regulations |
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Supervisory Responsibilities:
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- This position is responsible for managing Distribution Center personnel in accordance with JTEKT policies and procedures.
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Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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- Leadership skills with ability to motivate cross-functional or cross-facility groups.
Knowledge of quality systems especially IATF 16949 requirements. Good interpersonal skills and ability to promote a team environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills Direct experience with Lean Production concepts and tools Flexible working hours, overtime and travel required Knowledge and experience in logistics, material management, inventory control systems, and manufacturing operations Knowledge and experience for WMS operating systems (preferably with Oracle). Demonstrated leadership in TPS (Toyota Production System) Experience in: Management, distribution process, dealing with customers, budget preparation, and cost control. Solid problem-solving skills. Knowledge of product requirements and equipment Good communication skills Excellent decision-making skills in a production environment Excellent leadership skills Must be able to maintain a team atmosphere and positive work environment |
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Education and Experience:
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- Bachelors or advanced degree in Logistics or related field and/or 15 years job-related experience, preferred.
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Work Environment/Physical Demands:
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- Work is mostly performed in a normal office setting with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards, and with substantial time spent working on a computer. Requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard and other office equipment.
The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to distribution areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as steel toes and hi-visibility clothing.
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Employee may perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
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Job Family
2019 MAPPING
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Job Function
INDIRECT
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Pay Type
Salary
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Travel Required
Yes
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Travel %
10
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Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree