Operations Manager General Admin

Builders FirstSource•LaGrange, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the General Manager, the Operations Manager manages multiple operations that control the flow of materials both to and from the location in the most timely, productive and cost effective method possible. Examples of these operations would be manufacturing, distribution, warehouse, etc. The role carries out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from 4-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
4 years of directly related experience in the lumber or building materials industry.
Experience with multiple assignments in all phases of the business.
Knowledge/experience in building materials, procurement, inventory management and supervision of people.
Strong customer service experience.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common financial reports, trade journals, and legal documents.
Exceptional leadership and teamwork abilities.
Thorough knowledge of or quick ability to learn order processing/delivery systems.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the overall operations and physical conditions of the location’s facilities and equipment.
Oversees the daily operations of the delivery and warehousing functions.
Partners with lead managers of departments and helps to train and develop personnel.
Budgets & controls operating costs to meet or exceed annual profit targets.
Plans operations strategies and goals, establishing each department’s priorities and sequences.
Reviews team and team member performance by compiling operational reports.
Resolves problems relating to processes, costs, orders, maintenance, inventory control, equipment/trucks, services, and systems.
Prepares overall operations schedules and coordinates staffing.
Resolves team member and employee relations issues.
Fosters cross department interaction/communications with Production, Sales, Controller and other key team members.
Takes an active role in employee training programs.
Analyzes and maintains all vendor evaluations and makes necessary recommendations.
Monitors existing services and initiates new service options.
Participates in decisions to accept or reject orders.
Directs the implementation of safe operating practices in compliance with Company and regulatory policies.
Plans and implements equipment and facility design upgrades and maintenance.
Participates in professional trade groups and customer appreciation events.