Associate General Manager - Empire Foods

Site Address
3300 Montreal Industrial Way Tucker, GA 30084

Who We Are

Conexus Food Solutions is a leader in the Asian food service industry, bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai, to the table. Our corporate headquarters in Chicago is where we house our fully integrated food processing, manufacturing, logistics, and worldwide supply chain services all under one roof. With distribution centers spanning the US, over 2 million square feet of warehousing space, and a fleet of more than 1,000 trucks, we're the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services. 

At Conexus Food Solutions we believe that teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and honesty in everything we do and building strong relationships with our clients. We're looking for individuals who share our values and are committed to excellence. Join our team and contribute to our culture of collaboration and integrity while growing your own skills and expertise. Together, we'll deliver high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients and achieve great things. 

What You’ll Do
As the Assistant General Manager (AGM) for our Atlanta facility, you will play a key role in supporting the operations and logistics of the company while gaining hands-on experience across various departments. This role focuses on obtaining a deep understanding of the company's food products, as well as logistics, transportation, and compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The AGM will work each shift, actively participating in operations and learning how the different departments, from food production to delivery, work together to ensure efficiency and quality.

• Warehouse Operations: Oversee daily warehousing activities, including inventory management, order fulfillment, and product storage. Optimize warehouse space and improve performance through KPIs such as order accuracy and inventory turnover. Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely shipments and accurate stock levels. 

• Transportation Management: Coordinate transportation activities, including dispatch, routing, and scheduling of shipments. Optimize transportation for cost-effectiveness, timeliness, and safety while tracking transportation metrics to identify opportunities for improvement in cost, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. 

• Safety Management: Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety regulations (i.e. OSHA, DOT), conduct audits and inspections, implement safety programs, and provide employee safety training.

• People Management: Supervise warehouse, transportation, and safety staff, conduct performance evaluations, and assist in recruitment and onboarding. Foster a positive work environment and maintain open communication with employees to address concerns and improve morale. Develop and implement staff training programs to improve performance, skillsets, and efficiency. 

• DOT Compliance: Ensure full DOT compliance for driver hours, vehicle inspections, maintenance, and documentation. Collaborate with the fleet team to ensure vehicle safety and regulatory adherence. Maintain records related to DOT compliance, including driver logs, inspections, and other necessary documentation. 

• Budgeting and Cost Control: Assist in budget management for warehousing and transportation, analyze cost and identify cost-saving opportunities, and provide regular financial performance reports.

• Customer Service: Collaborate with the customer service team to resolve issues related to warehousing and transportation, ensuring timely deliveries and accurate inventory. Address customer complaints or concerns regarding shipments, delivery times, or inventory discrepancies

• Continuous Improvement: Implement lean methodologies, technological advancements, and best practices to improve efficiency and reduce costs across operations.

• Reporting and Communication: Prepare reports on performance, safety, and compliance. Communicate regularly with management and collaborate with other departments to align operational strategies with business goals.

• Bachelor's degree in business or a related field.
• 3 years of experience in operations, logistics, food production, or transportation management.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, transportation compliance, and fleet management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Experience working with logistics software or fleet management tools is a plus.
• Ability to analyze operational performance and implement improvements.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with logistics management systems

• Able to speak and write in Mandarin

Salary : $55,000 - $70,000