COO Chief Operations Officer

Overview

Job Title:  COO ( Chief Operations Officer-Automotive and Logistics)
Client Location:  Irvine, CA
Salary/Pay Rate:  $350k-$370k
Hours:  Full-time ( 100% on site)

Relocation Package offered
 

SUMMARY 

Our global automotive/ logistics client is looking for a Chief Operations Officer (COO) that 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.

Primary Duties:

• 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
• Represent client at industry events or in similar representation opportunities.

Requirments:

• Minimum Bachelors degree required.
• 10+ years of experience in the automotive and logistics industry.
• Past experience working with Port Authority, Transportation Companies, Auto Dealers, etc
• Prior executive leadership experience
• Change Management Experience