Head of Operations & Business Management

The Operations Manager will oversee the daily operation of the Distribution and Logistics departments within the branch. The Operations Manager ensures smooth operation of various processes including the processes of planning, implementing, and controlling the effective and efficient flow of goods and services from the point of origin to the point of consumption.

Responsible for managing the overall operations of the facility including supervising team members, monitoring expenses and overseeing P&L functions.

Create and ensure a safe workplace and promote a culture of safety for the facility

Partner with internal leadership team (Sales, Purchasing, Customer Service, Logistics) to maximize profitability, efficiency and to ensure customer satisfaction.

Lead and manage warehouse department processes and practices to ensure that programs are aligned with company business goals and objectives

Best use of organizational resources by defining, planning and working with the Operations Director to develop strategic and long-range goals

Maintain a clean, orderly, and organized warehouse

Ensures safe working conditions including properly training employees on proper safety

Effectively counsel and manage employees on attendance, performance and/or misconduct

Accountable for compliance to all federal, state, local regulatory guidelines to include OSHA Standards and DOT regulations

High School diploma or GED required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management or related field preferred but not required

Minimum of 10+ years demonstrated Management experience in Warehouse Operations required

Knowledge of local, state and federal OSHA safety and FMCR regulations

Experience managing in a unionize work environment is a plus

Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word and Excel required, AS 400 exp. Experience in forklift certification and inspection, hazmat certification, operating various warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, stock pickers, etc.)

The perks of being a Bunzl team member don’t stop at being part of a great team or being valued as our #1 asset. We offer a full range of benefits to help our employees take care of themselves and their families today, tomorrow and for the future.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
• Bunzl North America is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non-Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to exceed $10 billion in sales. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Bunzl operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.