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ARAMARK Operational Excellence Manager, Warehouse & Route Optimization - Remote in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Job Description

The Operational Excellence (OpX) Business Process Manager, Warehouse and Route Optimization, is a critical role in Refreshment Services. This position is responsible for driving the day-to-day delivery of warehouse and route optimization initiatives and business process improvements that support all functions within our warehouse environment. This position will interact with all levels of the organization and supports center-led strategies with decentralized execution across the North America operations. This position will report to the Director, Operational Excellence ? Fleet and Warehouse.

Job Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the execution and continuous improvement of our Win in the Warehouse framework which includes product purchasing, inventorying, receiving, picking, and loading for distribution.

  • Identifies and documents existing warehouse processes, analyzes gaps, and presents to the stakeholders the roadmap and level of effort necessary to implement a scalable desired state.

  • Leads the pilot, training, and rollout of new route optimization tools and warehouse technology and owns routine evaluation and continuous improvement of these tools.

  • Collaborates with OpX teammates to identify the key performance indicators that drive improvement in warehouse operations and route design; as well as ensures systems are in place to properly measure.

  • Drives inventory cost reduction by analyzing product handling, storage, and distribution practices to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and supports the Labor Management Process (LMP) in the warehouse.

  • Advises on the design of warehouse processes, layout, and infrastructure.

  • Responsible for educating, aligning and building consensus for improvement strategies with Directors of Operations, front-line management and OpX teammates by providing data and reporting support.

  • When needed, assesses change readiness and prepare plans for helping operators manage through change.

Qualifications

  • 7-9 years of experience in warehouse and logistics management or related operations.

  • Experience within field-service and route-based organization preferred.

  • Position requires 50% - 60% travel to various locations within the company in North America.

  • Ability to deal with ambiguity, work in a dynamic fluid environment and effectively cope with change.

  • Demonstrated strategic planning, financial and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong and dynamic presentation and communication skills with ability to communicate with a wide range of people.

  • Exhibit an aptitude and track record of being able to influence others without formal authority.

  • Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills needed to build and implement insight-based programs.

  • Self-starter, confident in his/her abilities, self-motivated and able to work effectively with limited supervision.

Additional Qualifications

  • BS Degree preferred.

  • PM / Six Sigma / Lean Sigma certification desirable.

  • Experience within field-service and route-based organization preferred

  • Creative and flexible in attitude and style to adapt to new situations in rapidly changing and dynamic environment.

  • Ability to work within a matrix organization including field operations, regional staff, LOB support functions, and OpX.

  • Manages projects to meet objective, budget and timeline goals.

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About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

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