Manager Supply Chain Warehousing and Logistics (SCWL) Business Systems
- Employer
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
- Location
- MD
- Closing date
- Oct 16, 2021
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- Industry
- Delivery and Transportation
- Function
- Management, Program Manager
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
The Supply Chain Warehousing and Logistics (SCWL) team supports the warehousing, distribution, inventory control, and logistics needed to keep the buses, railcars, and facilities in service throughout the region. The candidate for this position will lead SCWL through our transformation objectives in People, Process, Technology, and Infrastructure. This includes developing and implementing a robust training and development program for our team members, implementing a warehouse management system, lead our state of good repair program, and continue to drive continued process improvement.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills to ensure that all stakeholders' needs are clearly understood and addressed. The ability to work well with a diverse group of individuals and move initiatives efficiently, with the highest level of standards, which will be one of the keys to success. In addition, having the ability to develop short and long-term solutions to various transformation objectives will be necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Information Technology, or related field
- In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a high school diploma or GED and four (4) years of experience in managing a warehousing and logistics business unit
Experience
- Five (5) years of experience in warehousing and logistics environment, including at least Three (3) years of management experience
Certification/Licensure
- Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued from the jurisdiction of residence
Preferred
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- APICS CLTD Certification or similar Supply Chain Certification from ISM or APICS
Medical Group
Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.
Job Summary
The Manager, Supply Chain Warehousing and Logistics Business Systems monitors and manages the Office of Supply Chain Warehousing and Logistics (SCWL) business systems, including people, process, technology, and infrastructure. The incumbent maintains these business systems and provides leadership and recommendations for improving all aspects of the supply chain.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Serves as subject matter expert on warehouse management system (WMS) software application and other applications that support WMATA's storerooms and warehouses.
- Develops curriculum, recruits, and implements a formal training program for SCWL team members at frontline and management levels.
- Serves as the project manager for special projects, including implementation of a Warehouse Management System (WMS), new warehouse designs and builds, state of good repair program, and other projects as assigned.
- Develops and implements all SCWL Standard Operating Procedures, Staff Notices, and SCWL Bulletins impacting business systems.
- Serves as functional expert and analyst for direct and integrated software applications, storeroom automated systems, and as liaison to the Office of Information Technology (IT) and other Supply Chain Management Offices.
- Leads and facilitates all audit responses conducted by internal and/or external entities resulting in corrective action measures for SCWL.
- Serves as the primary contact for day-to-day warehouse and storeroom system applications and integration to help resolve issues; tracks trends and identifies root causes, and provides corrective action. Clarifies and answers user questions and requests.
- Performs a variety of complex and independent activities involved in the data collection, analysis, documentation, and interpretation of warehouse and storerooms management function and performance.
- Provides process analysis and recommends enhancements to ensure that all procedures and processes are working efficiently. Applies change management practices when implementing enhancements.
- Interacts regularly with end users, engages in troubleshooting and provides continuous improvements to all aspects of the design and process impacting warehouse performance.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
- Gathers and develops functional requirements and documents them to translate departmental needs and requirements into actionable information for other departments.
- Operates Authority vehicle between work locations to perform job duties as required.
- The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
Evaluation Criteria
Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
- Skills and/or behavioral assessment
- Personal interview
- Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
- Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
- Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
- Review of a current motor vehicle report
Closing
WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.
This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
Company
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the second largest rail transit system and the fifth largest bus network in the United States. Safe, clean and reliable, "America's Transit System" transports more than a third of the federal government to work and millions of tourists to the landmarks in the Nation's Capital.
Metro has earned a worldwide reputation for security and architectural beauty. WMATA is clearly the employer of choice for over 10,000 area residents. The Authority was created in 1967 by an interstate compact to plan, develop, build, finance and operate a balanced regional transportation system in the National Capital area. Construction of the Metrorail system began in 1969. Four area bus systems were acquired in 1973. The first phase of Metrorail began operation in 1976. The final leg of the original 103-mile rail network was completed in early 2001. Metrorail now operates 83 stations. One line extension and three new stations are now under construction.
Metrorail and Metrobus serve a population of 3.4 million within a 1,500-square-mile area. The transit zone consists of the District of Columbia, the suburban Maryland counties of Montgomery and Prince George's and the Northern Virginia counties of Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church. Overall, about 40 percent of the region's residents commute to work on Metro.
Metro and the federal government are partners in transportation. Half of the 83 Metrorail stations serve federal facilities and 36 percent of the local federal workforce uses Metro. We are committed to being an integral part of the Washington metropolitan area by ensuring the best in safe, reliable, cost-effective and responsive transit services, by promoting regional mobility and by contributing toward the social, economic and environmental well-being of our community. Employees are Metro.; We are committed to providing a working environment that fosters a high standard of performance, recognition for contributions and innovations, mutual respect and a healthy quality of life.
We are committed to developing ourselves through technology, training and education. We recognize our diversity as a source of strength that enables us to attain individual and Authority goals. In addition to competitive salaries, Metro employees enjoy a number of attractive benefits. These benefits include paid time off in the form of vacations, holidays and sick leave; medical, dental, life insurances as well as long term disability. Retirement is planned for through a defined contribution plan and a deferred compensation plan. Alternative work schedules, teleworking and free transportation on Metrorail and Metrobus make for an great benefits package for WMATA employees.Jump to our website to apply online for current openings and save the link for future vacancies as they occur.http://content.wmata.com/jobs/employment_opportunities.cfm
- Website
- http://www.wmata.com/
- Location
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600 Fifth St. NW
Washington
DC
20001
US
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