Operations Manager

Responsibilities

• Takes on the responsibility for efficiently leading an operations team with warehouse and driver staff.
• Complies with federal, state, local and DOT regulations as well as material handling, and shipping requirements; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Safeguards warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring safety and security procedures.
• Maintain technical and computer skills and capability to effectively use distribution and office software.
• Maintains physical condition of warehouse; inspecting equipment; issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement. Coordinate schedule of repairs and maintenance with Fleet and Safety Coordinator.
• Completes warehouse operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees, following up on work results.
• Maintains warehouse staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Coyorates activities with branch manager, department heads and branch sales personnel.
• Attends company meetings as requested.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Requirements

• Knowledge of logistics, including carriers, shipping policies and procedures
• Delivers superior customer service
• Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to work independently with some direction
• Effective listening and good phone skills
• Problem-solving and analytical ability
• Superior organizational skills
• Comfortable in fast-paced environment
• Able to multi-task
• Able to follow written instructions and documented procedures
• Able to handle difficult customers with diplomacy and tact
• Team player who works productively with wide range of people
• Working knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations
• Class A CDL is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Benefits: Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
• 401(k) with discretionary employer match
• Paid vacation and Holidays
• Yearly reviews with opportunities to advance your career based on performance
• Wage Range: $70 - $95k annually and additional benefits