Jobs · Management · New Jersey

Operations Manager

Robert Half · Wayne, NJ · Yesterday
On-siteManagement$70k–$90k/yrFull-time

About the role

This Operations Manager will strengthen day-to-day business performance across a multi-division organization, guide cross-functional teams, bring greater consistency to operating practices, and help ensure departments work together effectively to meet customer and business goals. The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing hands-on oversight with process improvement initiatives in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operational activity across multiple connected business units to ensure alignment, efficiency, and dependable execution.
  • Provide direction and support to office-based teams, including logistics coordination, estimating, customer support, sales operations, and administrative functions.
  • Collaborate with warehouse and production leadership to improve inventory flow, shipping, receiving, and overall operational readiness.
  • Establish and maintain clear operating procedures that drive consistency, accountability, and stronger performance across departments.
  • Evaluate existing workflows, identify process gaps, and implement practical improvements that remove delays and increase productivity.
  • Keep projects, deliveries, and service commitments on track by monitoring priorities, timelines, and cross-team coordination.
  • Reinforce performance expectations through active leadership, coaching, and follow-through while encouraging a cooperative work environment.
  • Strengthen communication between office staff, warehouse teams, installation crews, and manufacturing operations to support smooth execution.
  • Review operational data and performance indicators to identify trends and recommend ongoing improvements that support growth.
  • Partner with company leadership on planning, organizational development, and operational strategies that prepare the business for future expansion.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience in operations leadership, business management, or a similar role with broad operational responsibility.
  • Background overseeing multiple functions within manufacturing, distribution, transportation, logistics, construction, or a related industry.
  • Proven ability to design, implement, and enforce processes, policies, and standard operating procedures.
  • Strong leadership skills with experience building accountability and improving team performance across departments.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with sound business judgment.
  • Ability to manage strategic priorities while remaining closely involved in daily operational execution.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work successfully with employees and leaders at all levels.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general business systems; experience with inventory or warehouse-related software is a plus.

Pay

$70,000 – $90,000 annually depending on experience.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan enrollment

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