Assistant General Manager - Lumber Yard

Builders FirstSource • Gig Harbor, WA

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About The Position

The Assistant General Manager partners with the General Manager to oversee daily lumber-yard location operations, execute business initiatives, and help achieve operational and financial goals. The role supports a broad range of functions, including sales, production, customer service, inventory management, safety, purchasing, human resources, and administration. The Assistant General Manager fosters accountability, safety, and customer satisfaction, and serves as the location leader when the General Manager is unavailable.

This position provides leadership, coaching, and support to managers and team members; contributes to workforce planning and employee development; and helps maintain a positive, productive, high-performing work environment. The work is primarily office-based, with regular interaction throughout the facility and a combination of desk work, walking, and standing as business needs require.

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 and ensure seamless business operations.
• Partner with the General Manager to execute strategic initiatives and achieve operational and financial objectives.
• Lead, coach, and support 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 to improve efficiency and performance.
• Help manage inventory, control expenses, and maximize profitability.
• Support loss prevention through safety programs, facility security, equipment maintenance, and asset protection.
• Supervise assigned employees, including planning work, conducting performance reviews, resolving issues, and recognizing achievements.
• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with company policies, conducting safety meetings, and driving continuous safety improvements.
• Keep the General Manager informed about 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, and high-performing work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Career growth opportunities within a dynamic organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager