Operations Manager - St. Louis, MO
About The Position
As the Operations Manager at our newly acquired 40,000 sq. ft. St. Louis facility, you will oversee daily warehouse operations across both day and night shifts. This site is supported by a team of 30+ personnel—primarily warehouse associates and drivers, along with a small group of office staff. This is a hands-on leadership role that involves building out processes and procedures, stepping in as needed to support operations, and ensuring the team runs efficiently. Success in this role requires strong operational expertise, urgency in decision-making, and proven skills in logistics, quality management, and team leadership.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in warehouse, logistics, or operations management, with a track record of progressive leadership.
- 3–5 years in a senior manager role (AGM, Operations Manager, Plant/Unit Manager, or equivalent).
- Experience in building out processes and procedures in a growing or newly acquired facility.
- Strong background in transportation, inventory control, and ERP systems.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams across multiple shifts.
Nice To Haves
- Food, beverage, or distribution industry experience preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
Responsibilities
- Lead day and night shifts; ensure smooth inbound, outbound, and transfer operations; maintain strong floor presence.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized facility; support proactive equipment maintenance.
- Manage routing, scheduling, and cross-dock transfers in partnership with logistics and transportation teams.
- Support dispatch, routing, and scheduling; optimize transportation for cost, safety, and timeliness.
- Enforce food safety, AQL standards, and ERP accuracy; oversee inventory control and quality checks.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards; lead audits and training.
- Supervise warehouse, transportation, and safety staff; oversee recruiting, onboarding, and development.
- Partner with customer service to resolve warehousing/transportation issues and ensure accurate, timely deliveries.
- Train and monitor ERP usage; track performance metrics such as outbound efficiency, transfer timeliness, and error rates.
- Assist with budgets, analyze costs, and identify savings opportunities.
- Prepare reports on performance, safety, and compliance; align operations with business goals.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance – Comprehensive coverage for you and your family.
- Dental Insurance – Preventive and restorative care.
- Vision Insurance – Exams, glasses, and contacts coverage.
- 401(k) Plan – Save for your future with access to a retirement savings plan.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match: Save for your future and grow your retirement savings with company contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
