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Bluegrass Supply Chain · 4 hours ago

Director of Operations

Bluegrass Supply Chain provides a comprehensive suite of value-added warehousing services and transportation management solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency. The Director of Operations will oversee multiple facilities and customer-based business units, ensuring operational excellence and alignment with strategic objectives.

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Responsibilities

Provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple locations or customer-based business units, ensuring consistent execution of company standards and objectives
Serve as a key liaison between operational teams and senior leadership, clearly communicating performance metrics, challenges, risks, and improvement opportunities
Maintain a strong customer-centric focus, ensuring operational decisions align with customer expectations and service-level agreements; actively solicit feedback and drive continuous improvement
Establish, implement, and monitor quality control and performance management systems to ensure operational excellence and compliance with company standards
Continuously evaluate operational processes to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, cost control, safety, and service quality; lead initiatives to optimize workflows and procedures
Oversee the Team Member Experience (TMX), including workforce planning, labor optimization, talent development, and resource allocation
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement by setting clear expectations, coaching leaders, and supporting professional development initiatives
Manage operational resources including labor, equipment, and materials to ensure optimal utilization; contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning efforts
Evaluate and implement technology solutions, including WMS enhancements and automation tools, to improve productivity, accuracy, and scalability
Identify operational risks and develop mitigation strategies, including contingency planning, regulatory compliance, and safety program oversight
Act as a role model for Bluegrass Supply Chain’s core values and leadership principles
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Operations ManagementWarehouse Management Systems (WMS)Strategic Problem-SolvingMaster of Business Administration (MBA)Process ImprovementProject ManagementChange ManagementMicrosoft OfficeInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsNegotiation Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field required
Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in operations, preferably within a 3PL or warehousing environment
Hands-on experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability in strategic problem-solving, project management, and process improvement
Proven leadership, negotiation, and change-management capabilities

Preferred

Master of Business Administration (MBA) strongly preferred

Company

Bluegrass Supply Chain

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Modern-day supply chains are intricate puzzles with many moving parts. Our innovative solutions provide capabilities to pave the way for success.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Cindy Lawrence CPA MBA
Chief Financial Officer
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Drew Goins
Chief People Officer
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