Kenco Group · 12 hours ago
VP of Operations
Chattanooga, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expKenco Group is one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S. seeking a VP of Logistic Operations to direct operational and strategic activities for assigned sites. This role involves managing customer relationships, driving operational improvements, and implementing company programs to enhance efficiency and profitability.
AutomotiveInformation TechnologyLogisticsReal EstateSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Identify new business opportunities and grow business revenues through expanded scope and margins through operational efficiencies with existing customer(s)
Build a strong relationship with customer’s key contacts through listening and thorough understanding of customer’s environment and market differentiation
Develop, maintain and measure customer profile(s) with keen focus on proactive identification of business issues, opportunities, critical information flow, competitor environment, management review process(es), contract compliance, etc
Present complete proposals and value-add customer specific solutions that are scalable and in line with best-in-class concepts
Leads implementation of company programs, as well as all assigned site change management efforts
Reviews tactical aspects of business profile, indexes, KPI results and other data to up-sell additional solutions and drive operational improvements
Uses Lean Six Sigma tools to make decisions, improve operational efficiency
Coaches and develops personnel in Kenco operations, emphasizing training, leadership, project management and KOS (Kenco Operating System)
Requires corrective action plans and accountability from the sites and all members of the leadership team
Establishes measurements that positively impact safety, quality and financial performance
Other applicable duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; M.B.A. preferred
10+ years' supply chain management expertise required; prefer previous experience with ISO,FDA,DEA, FTZ or EPA regulations for some but not all sites
Understanding of supply chain strategies, inclusive on dedicated transportation
Strong customer relationship skills; ability to balance and manage customers' expectations while aligning with corporate goals
Strong problem-solving ability, planning/organization skills, and decision-making ability
Ability to communicate and articulate professionally, in both speech and writing
Interpersonal influence skills
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities
Understanding of and ability to control costs and growth
Proactive approach to employee relations issues
Detailed knowledge and grasp of financial practices and accounting
Ability to set policy and procedures
Ability to lead others effectively utilizing a team approach
Preferred
M.B.A. preferred
Prefer Lean Six Sigma and/or Supply Chain certification or training
Benefits
Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life and Supplemental Life
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
401(k)
Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days
Company
Kenco Group
Kenco is a leading North American 3PL delivering custom, integrated logistics solutions that maximize supply chain efficiency.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (17)
2024 (13)
2023 (14)
2022 (9)
2021 (6)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Pritzker Private Capital
2022-10-06Private Equity
Leadership Team
Denis Reilly
President and CEO
Thomas Kaminsky
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-08-13
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