Operations Manager

Dakota Premium Hardwoods (a Würth Company)•El Paso, TX

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Dakota Premium Hardwoods, LLC distributes hardwood lumber, laminate, molding, cabinet hardware, and related products to the woodworking industry. The company is seeking an Operations Manager for its El Paso branch, with an opportunity to advance to Branch Manager. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for running the branch’s day-to-day operations from opening to closing, including customer service, inventory control, workflow, safety, warehouse organization, employee management, workplace culture, and cost management. The role aims to improve operational efficiency, customer experience, sales, and safety while preparing the successful candidate to take on the Branch Manager role.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in building materials; expertise in hardwood lumber is a plus.
Excellent communication skills.
Leadership skills and enthusiasm for teaching and developing people.
Competent computer skills.
Willingness to lead, learn, and grow, with ambition to become a Branch Manager after mastering operations and demonstrating effective leadership and a strong, dependable work ethic.

Nice To Haves

Experience focused on hardwood lumber.
Knowledge of cabinet hardware.
Experience with Agility Distribution Software.

Responsibilities

Manage a team of 12 employees, with the team expected to grow.
Manage the branch’s daily operations.
Oversee warehouse management, organization, and safety in coordination with the Warehouse Manager.
Oversee the Will Call sales team and daily delivery operations; the branch currently has two trucks and may grow to three.
Oversee branch safety in coordination with corporate and branch safety leaders.
Evaluate branch operations in detail to improve efficiency and profitability.
Lead branch employees in building a positive work environment with outstanding customer service, efficiency, and profitability.