Sr. Operations Manager

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

At Ceva Lead Logistics, we are providing customers with outstanding Visibility and Control across their entire Supply Chain. Our operations experts are located across the globe in 12 Control Towers provide services around Supplier and Order Management, Transport Planning and Monitoring, as well as managing performance and freight cost. · Based in the CEVA Lead Logistics Control Tower in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, UK and reporting to the Contract Manager, the CLL Control Tower Global Operations Manager will coordinate and lead regional operational teams dedicated to one of CLL’s LLP / 4PL customers. · This role ensures operational services are executed in an effective and efficient manner across several transport service providers and different modes of transport, while maintaining a high level of quality and meeting performance and cost targets.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Day-to-Day management of the CLL Control Tower operations regional teams to ensure compliance with established work standards (SOPs and Work Instructions), with the aim to achieve delivery of high-quality Lead Logistics services to CLL customers
• Responsible for the fulfilment of agreed internal and customer quality metrics and KPIs (for example OTIF); in case of non-performance, support investigation process and align corrective actions with other involved CLL functions, such as Contract Management, BPE (Business Process Excellence) etc.
• Guide and oversee the operational teams on issue resolution and act as escalation point for unresolved operational problems with the customer
• Establish and manage a solid relationship with operational counterparts on customer side, manage regular exchanges with the customer on an operational management level
• Disciplinary and functional management of an operational team dedicated to one CLL customer, ensuring adherence of all team members to CEVA’s values and policies ·
• Actively manage Control Tower performance through monitoring of internal team KPIs, tracking team productivity and labor performance, using CLL tools ·
• Manage knowledge exchange between resources and ensure that all staff is trained on latest applicable CEVA and customer processes and policies, in line with quality guidelines where applicable
• Responsible for performance evaluation and professional development of team members, including training / development plans and succession planning
• Identify resource needs and support Control Tower Manager and HR teams in recruiting and onboarding process for new hires
• Support CLL Contract Manager on P&L analysis to ensure customer profitability vs. operational cost
• Deliver input for preparation of monthly and quarterly business review with customer, taking an active role during periodical review meetings with customers
• Manage regular exchanges with CLL Contract Management to discuss operational problem areas and suggest improvement initiatives ·
•  Implement defined changes to business scope, processes or policies, in alignment with CLL Management, Contract Management and regional BPE (Business Process Excellence)
• Responsible for Document Management within the respective Control Tower scope: ensure that all applicable documentation (SOP, Guidelines, Work Instructions etc.) are kept up to date and all Control Tower resources are trained accordingly ·
• Ensure that all applicable company and quality policies are adhered to by all Control Towers

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Education and Experience

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, 3PL, Transportation or Supply Chain Management or related field, or comparable work experience
• Experience · 5+ years of experience in freight forwarding operations or related industry experience in a customer-facing role
• Minimum 2 years of experience in managing a larger operational team

Preferred:

• University degree / master’s in business with a focus on Supply Chain, Transportation or comparable field

• In-depth logistics / forwarding experience in one or multiple of the following industry sectors: Automotive, Aerospace, Pharma / Healthcare, High-tech or consumer
• Experience with working in a LLP / 4PL Control Tower environment desirable

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Good knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel, Power Point, Project)
• Experience with logistics software and tools (TMS, WMS, ERP or similar) on an end-user level
• Customer and quality focused mindset, committed to take initiative to deliver high quality operational services
• Hands-on and pragmatic mentality
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to motivate, coordinate and support on-site as well as virtual teams
• Structured and calm approach to issue resolution with the ability to set appropriate targets and priorities for themselves and the team
• Ability to adapt communication to stakeholders of all levels, from operational staff to mid / senior management levels
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory
• Open to work in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual team, willingness to travel up to 15% of working time (e.g. for customer meetings or to visit off-site operations)

Preferred:

• Experience with reporting tools (Tableau, Qlik, Business Objects, Power BI) on an end-user level desirable
• Knowledge of additional (regional) languages (written and spoken) desirable (as per local / customer requirements)
• Existing intercultural work 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 (an almost limitless number of options) 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.

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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.