New Breed Logistics is an innovative third-party logistics service provider (3PL) that helps companies design and operate efficient supply chains. We manage millions of square feet of warehouse space across more than 50 distribution centers in the U.S. and employ more than 6000 people. Services range from distribution center operations and transportation management to highly sophisticated and technology-focused solutions involving product assembly, vendor managed inventory, reverse logistics and repair.

Due to continued growth we are seeking an Assistant General Manager - Repair/Refurbishment at our 2000+ employee reverse logistics and repair center for the wireless industry.

Summary of Functions:

The chosen candidate will be responsible for all operational aspects of cellular handset repair and refurbishment on multiple shifts including ensuring compliance to contractual obligations with customers and delegating critical tasks and managing work force effectively.  This position is both quality champion for the operation and a subject matter expert in troubleshooting, repairing and refurbishing cellular handsets for various manufactures up to and including complex component level repairs.

We require someone who can exercise independent discretion and judgment in the execution of strategic or process improvement initiatives by providing leadership and direction to the team.  This position requires a “hands-on" individual who as a presence on the production floor and can provide coaching, leadership, and staff development.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate activities across multiple shifts to achieve company objectives as instructed by the General Manager; follow directions and daily work assignments given by the General Manager
• Ensure the organization of data and information as needed to meet customer and company requirements
• Determine and implement short-range and immediate actions to improve processes, quality, efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction; lead and assist in planning projects of varying scope and duration to accommodate changes in business strategy, customer requirements and unforeseen contingencies; acts as the Handset Repair Quality Champion
• Delegate crucial tasks and manage overall work force activities
• Confer with other management personnel as needed to coordinate activities of individual departments
• Provide input to upper management for strategic planning of facilities, systems, resources and processes
• Interpret company policies and procedures, enforce safety regulations and ensure that all workers follow proper procedures.  Assist in defining new policies, procedures, and regulations
• Apply comprehensive technical knowledge and management experience to analyze and resolve complex work problems, or assist other employees in problem solving
• Project and establish New Breed’s work ethic and culture with a positive leader approach
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

• BS or BA in a closely related discipline or a strong combination of formal education and extensive management responsibilities in the electronics manufacturing or repair industries, with particular focus and experience in radio frequency devices, preferably with cellular and PCS technologies
• Minimum of 10 years of management experience, 5 of which should be in manufacturing, repair, or refurbishment of electronic devices; preferably cell phones
• Must have extensive production management experience to effectively evaluate performance across multiple shifts, recommend and implement changes and improvements as necessary
• Must have experience with warehouse management and inventory systems.  Should have experience in an ISO environment and leading teams in the application of various quality techniques
• Public speaking and presentation skills as required to address both New Breed and customer audiences; must be comfortable describing various cellular technologies
• Must be able to perform semi-complex mathematical operations involving percentages and time tables
• Possess intermediate to advanced computer skills with the ability to use MS Office software.

New Breed offers competitive compensation and benefits. If your qualifications meet our requirements, please click on "Apply now" to submit a resume for consideration on New Breed's home page.

New Breed Logistics
http://www.newbreed.com/

AA/EEO
Employment is contingent on a negative drug screen
And clean criminal history.
NO PHONE CALLS OR THIRD PARTIES, PLEASE.