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Carvana · 2 hours ago

General Manager, Logistics - Bessemer

Bessemer, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

4+ years exp

Carvana is revolutionizing the car buying experience and is seeking a General Manager for Logistics. This role involves overseeing logistics operations, ensuring efficient vehicle transport, and providing exceptional customer service while leading a team of employees.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesE-Commerce

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide premium customer service and efficiently deploy assets; by managing inventory and route or departure accuracy

Responsible for daily operations’ execution; problem solve to remove barriers for execution

Provide hands-on support where necessary (with drivers, planners, loaders, and inventory teams)

Ability to execute on company standards and strategic initiatives

Proper scheduling of resources to achieve projected goals

Primary liaison for logistics between retail operations, 3rd party vendors, inspection center operations, and corporate partners

Ensure DOT compliance

Build/maintain a culture of safety, engagement, motivation, and recognition

Manage team of 10-15 and oversee a team over 60 employees

Active participant in all things people including; performance management, scheduling, and hiring

Train supervisors in all aspects of management and operations

Extreme focus on organization and time management

Maintain open and effective communication with direct reports, logistics network, and location team members

Have the ability to flex and adjust with the business while displaying a positive, ‘can do’ attitude

A willingness to roll up your sleeves, take on new assignments and juggle many things at once. In other words, you’re a multi-tasking wizard!

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Logistics managementPeople leadershipProblem-solvingCDLTeam developmentCommunicationTime management

Required

4+ years of people leadership experience and 4 years of logistics or supply chain experience OR Bachelor's Degree in related fields

Ability to develop individuals and teams for organizational success

Aptitude for creative problem-solving

Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels

Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet

Requires standing for an extended period of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking and stooping, pushing and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English