AddressDickies ( a VF Company)
Location: 9400 Blue Mound Rd. Fort Worth, TX 76131
Shift: 1st Shift
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Outbound Operations Manager
How You Will Make a Difference
What you will do:
This position manages all outbound distribution operations for Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Company. The Outbound Operations Manager orchestrates the efficient flow of shipments to customers, ensuring the quality, accuracy and timeliness of deliveries. Provides leadership and manages performance across three shifts of operation, seven days a week. Promotes company values, including respect, teamwork, and a culture of continuous improvement. Actively participates in long and short term planning as a key member of the distribution senior management team.
How you will do it:
In this role, the Outbound Operations Manager plans required outbound activity by considering multiple business performance factors (ie: open orders and staged shipments reports, carrier schedules, customer priorities, expedited freight requirements, department productivity and back-log, etc.). Constantly works to maximize shipping accuracy, on-time delivery, and service-to-cost ratios. Assigns work load to shift managers/supervisors so the outbound shipping requirements are met in a timely and cost-effective manner.
What success looks like:
Strong communication between this position and with other departments of their shifts and the Supervisors and Leads will be required.
Free To Be,Inclusion & Diversity
As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Skills for Success
The Outbound Operations Manager is required to have a minimum of a 4 year degree; Operations Management, Logistics/Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
Responsible for the daily activity and performance of all Outbound Operations associates.
Provides guidance and coaching as required. Interviews and makes hiring decisions.
Establishes performance standards and ensures quality training plans.
Partners with Human Resources on all associate issues.
Works with groups outside distribution to resolve issues (customer service, carriers, customs, etc)
Monitors, tracks and resolves shipping concerns, driving issues to problem resolution.
Develops improved procedures for Outbound Operations. Partners with Engineering and IT staff to assess operations and to identify opportunities for improvement.
Ensures OSHA regulations are followed and provides a clean and safe work environment for all associates.
Enforces company polices in a firm, fair and consistent manner.
Oversees safe-guarding of company equipment. Partners with maintenance staff to ensure the serviceability of conveyor and rolling stock equipment.
Drive decisions that will contribute to the financial success of the distribution department.
To hold the highest level of professionalism and integrity in every action performed on behalf of Williamson-Dickie Mfg. Co.
To use good judgment whenever necessary to ensure all decisions are made in the best interest of Williamson-Dickie Mfg. Co. and its associates.
Responsible for communications with supervisors and other key personnel between shifts as well as within a shift.
Ten years' experience in high volume warehousing and distribution operations.
Demonstrated track record of career progression, consistently attaining more managerial
responsibility and supervisory experience.
Demonstrated leadership competency.
Possesses strong desire to provide high-quality service to end customer/consumer.
Prior experience in a start-up and/or turn-around situation is valuable.
Ability to develop/implement efficiency programs to improve productivity and lower costs.
Strong problem-solving and decision making skills.
Familiarity with domestic and international shipping methods and regulations.
Familiarity with Transportation regulations and processes
Support transportation, customs compliance on inquires, C-TPAT, and International shipping documentations, as needed
Familiarity with engineered standards programs
Ability to derive and utilize mathematical models.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
VF Guiding Principles:
Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Persevere.
Physical Demands:
Stand and/or walk during shift between 8 to 12 hours
Lift, push, pull and move boxes up to 50 pounds
Bend, squat, twist, reach above the head, kneel, crouch and/or stretch
Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands, wrists and feet coordination for operation of Order Picker style Powered Industrial Truck
Noise level varies and can be loud
What’s in it For You
We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage both mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on “Looking to Join VF” to learn more.
We just have one question. Are you in?
Hiring Range:
$78,400.00 USD - $98,000.00 USD annually
Incentive Potential : This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.
Benefits at VF Corporation : You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us atpeopleservices@vfc.com. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.
Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
VF Diversity Vision StatementVF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world.VF is an equal employment opportunity/ affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.
