K12 Operations Manager

Kendall Hunt Publishing • Dubuque, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Kendall Hunt Publishing is seeking a highly organized and strategic K-12 Operations Manager to lead inventory planning, custom publishing operations, vendor management, and cross-functional coordination within its K-12 division. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and support strategic initiatives in a dynamic and professional environment.

Requirements

• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively coordinate projects and operational initiatives.
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, analyze operational data, and collaborate across departments.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing, and internet-based software applications.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage K-12 product inventory levels and monitor inventory performance.
• Collaborate with the Director of Sales to understand adoption status and forecast inventory needs.
• Recommend initial print runs and reprint quantities to K-12 leadership.
• Evaluate and make recommendations regarding obsolete inventory.
• Manage relationships with kit vendors to ensure quality products and services.
• Coordinate with Product Development to identify and implement vendor solutions.
• Monitor inventory levels at vendor locations and manage purchase orders.
• Identify and establish relationships with new vendors to support business needs.
• Serve as the primary project manager for custom publishing opportunities.
• Coordinate custom publishing projects across internal departments and provide cost and pricing analysis.
• Support product launches and revisions through cross-functional coordination with Sales, Product Development, and Marketing teams.
• Assist with annual pricing reviews and product pricing updates.
• Ensure alignment across departments regarding launch schedules, inventory requirements, and customer communications.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Generous company match on 401(k) plan
• Profit sharing
• Generous paid time off package at hire
• Paid holidays
• Scholarship and tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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