National Manager - West Port Operations Team (Port Hueneme, CA)

About Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary

The General Manager is responsible for all Hueneme Port activities related to vehicle processing operations. This position will coordinate overall activities with Glovis America HQ (GUS), our customers, and vendors. Responsibilities include managing all imported finished vehicle processing, tendering, and the profitability of the overall business. Proactively identifies, analyzes, and resolves problems or issues that may arise with customer, vendors, or employees.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the overall operations of Port Hueneme
  • Monthly wholesale achievement
  • P&L management and KSOX compliance
  • KPI management
  • Safety management
• Manage daily processing volume and targeted volume needs according to Logistics Planning with dynamic changes
• Manage employees with communication and oversight to ensure LP needs met on daily basis. Provide guidance to port leaderships on resolving operational obstacles
• Direct, motivate, and monitor operational managers regarding changes to their production plan, including prioritizing of specific models and dealer types, in order to achieve our wholesale goals
• Provide strategic guidance to port leaders for improving port overall performance
• Develop and execute strategic plans to maximize usage of the the existing facilities and propose potential expansion needs
• Utilize technology and implement innovative solutions to enhance operations, increase efficiencies, and streamline processes
• Monitor and improve performance metrics related to operational excellence, productivity, safety, and cost management
• Develop investment plans for facility improvements and expansions, ensuring optimal return on investment and full cost recovery
• Provide leadership and training to accomplish company goals and objectives
• Coordinate processing activities with all other functions of the organization, and suppliers to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment
• Implement cost effective systems of control over operating expenditures, manpower, wages, and salaries
• Control and minimize labor overtime, and repair expenses
• Develop and maintain processing operations business plans to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, production costs, and image
• Plan budgeting - production goals, headcount, asset exp.
• Respond to inquiries from internal and external customers, including Hyundai, other OEM, and GLOVIS headquarters
• Ensure frequent and effective communication with direct reports, as well as members of the HQ Operations management team
  Support business development of new customer accounts
• All other duties as required
• Monitor & evaluate quality of all processes and procedures of port Operations
  • Analyze quality data to develop countermeasures to correct process deficiencies
  • Create and change departmental processes for continuous process improvement activities
  • Conduct departmental process and safety audits at appropriate intervals
  • Provide direction to direct reports to perform safety audits and reports
  • Improve processes and policies in support of organizational goals
  • Monitor adherence to rules, regulations and procedures
  • Create and submit recommendations for changes to the HQ Operations
  • Perform personnel functions such as hiring, mentoring, and performance evaluation

Compensation

$142,000-$162,000 (Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection)

Benefits of working at Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
• Pet Insurance
• Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
• Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*
• 401(k) with Generous Matching
• Referral Bonuses*
• Auto Allowance*
• Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*
• Discretionary Bonuses*
• Tuition Reimbursement*

*Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy

Skills

• Strong understanding of automotive logistics, finished vehicle distribution, and port operations
• Proven track record of implementing technology-driven initiatives to optimize operations and drive efficiencies
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to develop investment plans and drive financial performance
• Exceptional leadership and management skills, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient PC skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Database Management Systems
• Proven ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision
• Strong organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of budgets, wage to revenue and financial statements preferred
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume preferred

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 10 - 15 years of operational knowledge and proven leadership skills in Port Operations
• 13 - 18 years of operational knowledge and proven leadership skills in Port Operations and Vehicle Logistics
• 4 - 7 years of managerial experience required; 7 - 10 years of managerial experience preferred
• Valid Driver's License required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
• Repetitive use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
• Sit
• Stand/walk
• Drive
• Bend/stoop
• Climb, Reach above shoulder
• Kneel/squat
• Balance, Push/Pull
• Lift up to 20 lbs.
• Carry up to 20 lbs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
• Operation of vehicles, golf carts, and/or buck loaders
• Indoor and outdoor activities, exposure to temperature swings
• Exposure to dust, gasoline fumes, pollen, and chemical fumes
• The position is based out of the office at a plant manufacturing/warehousing environment
• Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.