Manager, Distribution and Logistics

Full Time
Livermore, CA 94551
$75,000 - $275,000 a year
Posted
Job description

As the leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, GILLIG buses play a critical role in the environmental and social initiatives in communities across our nation. GILLIG is on the forefront in the transition to zero-emission vehicles and has an unmatched reputation in the industry for quality, reliability, durability, service, and support. From initial design through final assembly, each GILLIG bus is designed and built in Livermore, CA.

***This role is located at our Hayward, CA location***

WHY GILLIG

  • Leader in environmentally friendly mobility solutions including battery electric, hybrid electric, near-zero CNG and clean diesel transit buses
  • Renowned for its inclusive team/family-oriented culture
  • Stable, successful, and growing organization – a Bay Area business for over 132 years!
  • Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
  • Excellent compensation including company paid medical premiums, generous retirement plan and other comprehensive benefits

ABOUT THE ROLE

Responsible for all aspects of Parts Department Logistics and Warehouse operations. Manages Warehouse team including Warehouse Supervisor and Union warehouse personnel. Coordinates and strategizes with Parts Purchasing Manager, Parts Sales Director, and Production Director of Materials. Works under general supervision of the Vice President, Parts Department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (insert this section only if there is a technical focus)

  • Directly supervises Part Warehouse Supervisor
  • Oversees 19 Union employees
  • Responsible for 15 million dollars in parts inventory as well as receiving, stocking, and shipping
  • Working in a 102,000 sq. ft. warehouse
  • Ensures the accuracy and security of the parts warehouse and 3PL inventory with roughly 15,000 sku's
  • Works with Part Purchasing Group to minimize and dispose of surplus/obsolete material as necessary
  • Acts as a traffic manager negotiating, managing, and coordinating with all freight carriers
  • Responsible for maintenance and security of physical warehouse, warehouse equipment as well as office facilities
  • Conducts ongoing activities, training, and reviews to develop personnel into a higher state of proficiency and accomplishment
  • Manages or performs other duties as directed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent years of experience
  • Minimum 3 years of warehouse and logistics management experience
  • Well-rounded business background with several areas of management responsibilities
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills along with interpersonal and management skills
  • Must have strong computer skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
  • Working environment is primarily (office and production environment), however, at times job may require time spent outdoors
  • Regularly required to sit, stand and walk and occasionally kneel or squat
  • Occasional travel may be required
  • Standard start time 6:00AM (negotiable)

EXPECTED COMPENSATION

$75,000-$275,000/annual salary + premium benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job classification, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.


GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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