US LBM Market Continuous Improvement Manager

About the role

US LBM is one of the leading and fastest growing distributors of specialty building materials in the United States, with a team of over 13,000 employees located throughout the country. Since our founding in 2009, we have acquired over 100 companies and have expanded to more than 450 locations serving 37 states. US LBM is a progressive organization that promotes a unique culture that focuses on the value of its customers and associates. Developing our people is critical to our strategy and fostering our culture of empowerment. The Market Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for assessing and enhancing business processes and performance, ultimately driving efficiencies and cost reduction for the business. This involves analyzing current practices, developing process improvement strategies, and implementing changes in workflows and structures.

Responsibilities

• Analyze designs, methods, and internal processes.
• Develop strategies and initiatives for operational efficiency.
• Establish norms and standards of company performance.
• Implement process improvements and changes in manufacturing/warehouse methods.
• Measure process improvement benefits after changes are implemented.
• Implement Lean and/or Six Sigma methods.
• Regularly review lean performance expectations with leadership teams across the organization, providing expectations, performance planning, and feedback.
• Stay up to date with developments in management and process optimization.
• Measure the success of initiatives through key performance indicators (KPIs), such as cost savings, productivity improvements, reduction in waste of defects, and increased customer satisfaction.
• Directly work with the Market President and market teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Adhere to Company’s commitment to workplace safety.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Process Management, Operations or a related field required.

Experience Qualifications

5 years of experience in process improvement/operations.

Skills and Abilities

• Drives Vision and Purpose – Painting a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.
• Optimizes Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Plans and Aligns – Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Communicates Effectively – Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Understanding of logistics management and fleet management systems and practices.

Licenses and Certifications

Six Sigma certification

Travel Requirements

10% Overnight travel plus regular plant visits.

Pay

$99K - $130K annual salary.