Chief Operations Officer

Summary

The Chief Operations Officer (COO) of Glovis America will oversee all operations and service developments for Finished Vehicle (FV) customers and lead capacity improvements and effectiveness of its operations.

The COO will be accountable for the management and improvement of critical functions of the business, including the formulation and execution of company-wide business strategies, sales, development projects, and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Primary Oversee Vehicle Logistics, Port and VPC Processing Operations, and Operations Support and ensure contract compliance with current customers Oversee the Corporate Planning department to ensure the execution of company-wide business objectives and key tasks Participate in corporate engagements for internal and external affairs as a member of the executive team Make recommendations and lead efforts to improve the overall profitability of the company based on established targets for cost initiatives Propose recommendations to drive profit improvement and process improvement Participate in TFT's for preparing new services capability Negotiate rates with current customers, vendors and suppliers to secure advantageous terms Manage all projects related to vehicle logistics and port processing, including new business Secure transportation capacity Finalize contract terms Support budget forecast for business plan as needed Establish processes and procedures for business continuity Play an integral role in the growth and development of leadership team and key talent within the groups
• Secondary Make recommendations for organizational development of the Logistics Business Group Support corporate policies for reporting and meeting engagement Support corporate policies for staff development in support of HR Participate in claims and billing support Nurture relationships with suppliers Build rapport with potential suppliers Develop key relationships with business stakeholders and strategic supply partners to improve business Other duties may arise, including adding new business areas to areas of responsibilities if needed
• Tertiary Represent Glovis at Industry events or in similar representation opportunities

Compensation Range

Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection

Benefits of working at Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
• Pet Insurance
• Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
• Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*
• 401(k) with Generous Matching
• Referral Bonuses*
• Auto Allowance*
• Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*
• Discretionary Bonuses*
• Tuition Reimbursement*
• Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy

Qualifications

Skills & Qualifications

• Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
• Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Management of Personnel Resources Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job
• Negotiation Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences
• Persuasion Persuading others to change their minds or behavior
• Administration and Management Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and Logistics

Education & Experience

• Bachelors Degree Required Masters Degree Preferred
• 10 - 15 Years of Experience in Logistics, Transportation, etc. Required 13 - 18 Years of Experience Vehicle Logistics, Vehicle Processing, and / or Business Strategy Preferred
• 7 - 10+ Years of Managerial Experience in Related Fields Required
• Operations and Safety Training Required
• Kaizen and Six-Sigma Preferred
• Driver License Required
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in front of a desk and / or in front of the computer for long periods
• Repetitive use of hand / grasping product, writing, and typing
• Stand / walk

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure.
• Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position.

They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.