Logistics General Manager

About Carvana

If you like disrupting the norm and are looking to join a company revolutionizing an industry then you will LOVE what Carvana has done for the car buying experience. Buying a car the old fashioned way sucks and we are working hard to make it NOT suck. I mean, have you seen our vending machine?! We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Team spirit is evident at Carvana and every day we let our passions and creativity foster innovation. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data- and process-driven decisions in everything we do. Here are a few of our stories!

About The Team And Position

Logistics is the art of problem-solving personified. As the General Manager for Logistics at Carvana, you will ensure that our promise of a revolutionary used car purchase process is realized. You will do this by becoming the subject matter expert in all facets of the logistics operations. You’ll be organizing, and optimizing the Vehicle Transport operations, ensuring the day to day activities are completed, and problem solving through complex obstacles to your business.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide premium customer service and efficiently deploy assets; by managing inventory and route or departure accuracy
• Responsible for daily operations’ execution; problem solve to remove barriers for execution
• Provide hands-on support where necessary (with drivers, planners, loaders, and inventory teams)
• Able to execute on company standards and strategic initiatives
• Proper scheduling of resources to achieve projected goals
• Primary liaison for logistics between retail operations, 3rd party vendors, inspection center operations, and corporate partners
• Ensure DOT compliance
• Build/maintain a culture of safety, engagement, motivation, and recognition
• Manage team of 10-15 and oversee a team over 60 employees
• Active participant in all things people including; performance management, scheduling, and hiring
• Train supervisors in all aspects of management and operations
• Extreme focus on organization and time management
• Maintain open and effective communication with direct reports, logistics network, and location team members
• Have the ability to flex and adjust with the business while displaying a positive, ‘can do’ attitude
• A willingness to roll up your sleeves, take on new assignments and juggle many things at once

What You Should Have

• 4+ years of people leadership experience and 4 years of logistics or supply chain experience OR Bachelor's Degree in related fields
• CDL preferred
• Aptitude for creative problem-solving

What We’ll Offer

• Full-Time Salary
• Position with a competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401K with company match
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development
• A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country

Other Requirements

• To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.
• The Physical demands described within are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.