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Sr Manager Logistics- Centennial, CO

Air Methods - Centennial, CO

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Job Summary

Designs, executes and leads Air Methods warehouse and storage strategies and processes across aircraft parts and consumable supplies. Supervises daily warehouse activities while managing departmental budget relating to shipping, receiving, storing, and testing of related inventory. Owns all of Air Methods freight spend and associated carrier relationships with the goal of reducing cost year over year. Institutes lean principles across Air Methods warehouse facilities to drive productivity and cost savings

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following

• Create, implement and lead best in class lean principles across Air Methods warehouses to drive productivity and cost savings
• Supervise & develop employees engaged in receiving, storing, inspecting and shipping aircraft related parts and material necessary to support company air medical operations
• Develop & lead cost savings initiatives across all of Air Method’s freight spend, managing carrier relationships and engaging new vendors and contracts
• Lead the network optimization project in partnership with the Supply Chain Manager (inventory) to select and then build out optimal storage locations for aircraft parts. Manage regional logistics coordinators, owning receiving, storage and shipping at remote facilities
• Review and disposition all freight and warehousing invoices, shipping documents, owning the warehousing and freight annual budgeting process
• Expedite parts support and ensure on-time delivery of parts associated with offsite field management and base mechanics. Ensure parts meet expectations and FAA documentation requirements
• Plan, develop, and implement warehouse safety, security programs, and activities. Manages Air Methods 6S lean initiative for organization and cleanliness of assigned work areas while ensuring that department complies with oversight requirements. Reports any associated risks and assists in the implementation of controls to manage loss
• Oversee all International Air Transportation Association (IATA) training and certification for employees who ship hazardous material. Complies with all Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations for safe transportation of inventory
• Coordinate shipping and movement of company aircraft via various transportation methods. Ensure safe and timely movement of such aircraft

Additional Job Requirements

• Complies with all Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation administration (FAA) regulations for safe transportation of inventory.
• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling - 25%

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises employees in the Supply Chain Logistics department. Carries out Supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, selecting, hiring, and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems. For Exempt Managers: Managers that carry out these responsibilities for two or more employees will have significant input in hiring and termination decisions.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) from four-year college or university in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering or related discipline and seven or more years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous experience in managing a logistics facility or departments within a larger logistics facility with knowledge and experience in six-sigma lean practices and 6S organization skills
• Three (3) years in a supervisory role, multi-facility experience preferred

Skills

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organization skills, developed sense of urgency and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritized and make conscious business decisions
• Dependable and self-motivated , ability to see challenges and design solutions

Computer Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Previous experience with Ramco Aviation Software preferred
• Previous experience with Power BI or similar preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Forklift Certification Training Certificate preferred

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status