Sr. Manager, Logistics Operations Excellence - KYOCERA Document Solutions America, Inc.

When you join Kyocera Document Solutions America, Inc. you are joining an organization that is deeply rooted in the Philosophy of “doing what is right as a human being”. Through this Philosophy, our employees are passionate about providing best in class customer service through efficiency, accountability, and a sense of urgency all while putting knowledge to work to drive change.

In addition, we’re a Great Place to Work… and we really mean it! Kyocera Document Solutions America, Inc. was officially certified a Great Place to Work since 2021. An organization earns this distinction when its employees have expressed their trust in the people they work for, have pride in what they do and enjoy the people they work with.

As a Manager of Logistics Operations Excellence, you will play a key role in driving improvements and change in the logistics operation across all distribution centers.  You will define, drive, and launch strategic initiatives across our fulfillment centers and supply chain, focusing on improving efficiencies and delivering customer-centric solutions, and work closely with the Director of Logistics.

The chance to do something meaningful, to challenge yourself, to be a part of change in an industry, to influence change doesn’t come around every day.

+      Work with Director of Logistics to compile and analyze operational data

+      Assess and map current state processes and systems to identify gaps, risks, and opportunities to streamline and optimize.

+      Identify root cause of recurring errors and propose/implement corrective and preventative measures.

+      Consult with local operations teams to understand current challenges, pain points and areas of opportunity.

+      Work with Director of Logistics to develop strategies and long-term solutions that address operational challenges and drive change.

+      Prepare project proposals, business cases, and presentation materials summarizing business impact and outlining justification and ROI to obtain approval for operational improvement initiatives.

+      Support large scale logistics initiatives by gathering and summarizing relevant operational and financial data

+      Compile and maintain KPI metrics and performance scorecards

+      Collaborate with the logistics team to implement best practice across all distribution centers

+      Prepare project and implementation timelines and serve as PM on Logistics projects ensuring deliverables and action items are completed on time and within approved budget.

+      Measure and report on effectiveness of implemented initiatives.

Required:

+      Bachelors degree with 5+ years of Logistics, Operations or Supply Chain related experience.

+      Demonstrated experience with large scale business initiatives and project implementations

+      Experience using WMS, TMS, ERP software (Experience with Oracle ERP and FreightPop TMS a plus.)

+      Experience working with large amounts of data

+      Advanced knowledge of MS Excel

+      Proficient with MS PowerPoint

+      Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.

+      Comfortable and able to interact with and present to all levels of management.

+      Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.

+      Entrepreneurial problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset.

+      Willing and able to travel as needed to support project initiatives and go-live events.

Note

This is a general description of the duties and responsibilities most frequently required of this position. The company may from time-to-time request that the incumbent perform other related tasks and assume reasonable responsibilities that have not been specifically included in this description.

Kyocera Document Solutions America, Inc is a group company of Kyocera Document Solutions Inc., a global leading provider of total document solutions based in Osaka, Japan. The company’s portfolio includes reliable and eco-friendly MFPs and printers, as well as business applications and consultative services which enable customers to optimize and manage their document workflow, reaching new heights of efficiency. With professional expertise and a culture of empathetic partnership, the objective of the company is to help organizations put knowledge to work to drive change. Kyocera is looking for enthusiastic and innovative people to help our customers run their businesses more efficiently and more profitably. We offer a generous benefits package including medical, dental and vision plans, a 401k match, flexible spending, disability and life insurance, plus paid time off and holidays.

KYOCERA Document Solutions America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a VEVRRA Federal Contractor, and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination. Kyocera provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Qualified minorities, women, protected veterans and/or individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.