Operations Manager - Electrical Parts Distribution

Sonepar•Rochester, MN

4d•$81,000 - $111,000•Onsite

About The Position

Viking Electric is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations at its Rochester, Minnesota location. This hands-on leadership role oversees people, processes, and resources to create a safe, efficient operation and deliver a strong customer experience. The manager leads and develops operations associates and leaders and oversees productivity, workflow, staffing, inventory, fleet, facilities, and customer service. The role partners with Sales, Human Resources, and Corporate Supply Chain, drives continuous improvement, monitors operational KPIs, and manages expenses within established budgets. The position is in-office during standard daytime hours, Monday through Friday, and includes moderate travel. The base salary range is $81,000–$111,000 annually, with compensation also including a short-term incentive bonus and full benefits package.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in operations, logistics, or a distribution environment.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of, or ability to learn and enforce, DOT rules and regulations.
Knowledge of distribution and warehouse processes, equipment, and procedures.
Strong organizational, analytical, critical-thinking, and customer-service skills.
Ability to lead, coach, motivate, and develop a team.
Ability to work effectively across departments.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work in both office and operations environments.
Ability to undertake moderate travel.
Role may involve operating powered industrial equipment and physical activities including lifting, bending, twisting, climbing, crouching, and squatting.

Responsibilities

Lead, develop, and support operations associates and leaders.
Manage daily productivity, workflow, staffing, inventory, fleet, and customer service.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure policies and procedures are followed.
Oversee receiving, shipping, project material management, delivery, counter sales, inventory, facilities, and assets.
Partner with Sales, Human Resources, and Corporate Supply Chain to provide consistent and responsive customer service.
Drive continuous improvement in service, business processes, inventory control, and loss control.
Monitor operational KPIs and manage operating expenses within established budgets.
Oversee the facility, grounds, fleet, and operational assets in collaboration with corporate resources.