Assistant General Manager - Lumber Yard
About The Position
Builders FirstSource is seeking an Assistant General Manager for its Gig Harbor, Washington yard. Working closely with the General Manager, this leader will oversee daily location operations, support business initiatives, and help achieve operational and financial goals. The role spans sales, production, customer service, inventory management, safety, purchasing, human resources, and administration. The Assistant General Manager helps foster accountability, safety, and customer satisfaction; leads and develops employees and managers; and supports performance improvement, workforce planning, budgeting, cost management, reporting, and profitability. The person will assume leadership of the location when the General Manager is unavailable and communicate regularly with the General Manager about business performance, challenges, and opportunities. The work is primarily office-based, with regular interaction throughout the facility. It combines desk work, walking, and standing as business needs require. The position may occasionally involve moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. Builders FirstSource describes a collaborative, people-first environment and offers training, tools, technologies, and career development opportunities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least eight years of progressively responsible business, operations, management, or leadership experience.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and achieve business objectives.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced knowledge of company products, industry standards, and competitive markets.
- Strong financial and business acumen, including experience with budgets and operational reporting.
- Proven ability to execute plans and achieve results through others.
- Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with employees, customers, and business partners.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the location leader in the General Manager’s absence, ensuring seamless business operations.
- Partner with the General Manager to execute strategic initiatives and achieve operational and financial objectives.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and support to managers and team members to drive performance and continuous improvement.
- Assist with recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, developing, and retaining employees.
- Support budget planning, cost management, and annual business reporting.
- Monitor sales activity, invoices, and margins, and approve accounts payable as assigned.
- Recommend and implement operational policies and procedures that improve efficiency and performance.
- Assist in managing inventory levels, controlling expenses, and maximizing profitability.
- Support loss prevention, including safety programs, facility security, equipment maintenance, and asset protection.
- Supervise assigned employees by planning work, conducting performance reviews, resolving issues, and recognizing achievements.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, conduct safety meetings, and drive continuous safety improvements.
- Maintain open communication with the General Manager regarding business performance, challenges, and opportunities.
- Provide guidance and direction to the management team and employees.
- Support workforce planning and employee development initiatives.
- Help build a positive, productive, high-performing work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Annual bonus eligibility, subject to the active company bonus policy and its terms and conditions.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Disability insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Paid time off, including paid sick time.
- Eight paid holidays per year for salaried and hourly team members.
- Training, tools, and technologies to support professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
