Head of Operations & Business Management

The primary function of the operations manager is to be responsible for the successful day-to-day management, administration, and reporting of all business activities including, but not limited to, planning, budgeting, scheduling, delivery, inventory accuracy, business metrics, and safety related functions. The Operations Manager must successfully adhere to and seek out ways to improve the organization's levels of service and values.

Effectively navigate operational demands while communicating internally and ultimately servicing the customer/orders the best way possible.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels in the yard and damaged inventory. Understand the financial operations of volume-buy and selling, profit margins, and P & L statements. Oversee that all delivery personnel adhere to OSHA and GMS policies while working in the warehouse, operating equipment, and at the jobsite. Perform weekly and monthly GMS management safety reviews in collaboration with the Safety Manager Oversee the cleanliness and maintenance of warehouse and yard areas. Responsible for full-cycle delivery management by removing any damaged materials, ensuring orders are stocked correctly, and checked off by the appropriate manager. Always maintain open and clear lines of communication with customers, informing them of any issues related to their order & delivery if they should arise. Monitor delivery of materials from other yards to coordinate with agreed upon "Drop Dead" time.
inspire your team to achieve desired results in productivity, teamwork, safety, quality, and job knowledge.
Ensure performance plans are set, maintained, and continuously improved; generate creative solutions to identify improvements in processes.
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum of 3 years of related work experience
Strong Microsoft office skills Effective team player and leader with strong communication skills Experience in and knowledge of construction industry and building materials strongly preferred. Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members. Help champion an inclusive working environment by: Empowering others to bring their full selves to the workplace. Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers

Will occasionally move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Ability to work in an office environment, warehouse, and on a job site.

Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs. Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency ("Agency"), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.