Area Operations Manager
On-siteSpringfield, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Establish and monitor company performance metrics for order fill rate, on-time delivery, equipment utilization, and inventory accuracy. Conduct audits to quantify operational performance and develop strategies that drive excellence across locations. Facilitate operations meetings with managers, resolve difficulties, and assist in preparing store budgets while monitoring department compliance. Review production reports, expenses, and labor costs to measure productivity in counter, warehouse, and logistics teams. Ensure vehicles are serviced, confirm inventory levels, and enforce company policies regarding customers, vendors, and employees. Oversee a team of 12+ associates, including hiring, goal setting, and performance feedback. This role manages locations with revenue greater than $30M annually, requiring 4-6 years of operational experience in a distribution organization. The position supports Ridout Lumber and Meek's, divisions of US LBM Holdings, which operates over 400 locations across the United States.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- 4-6 years operational experience with significant career experience in a fast-paced distribution organization required
- Comprehensive knowledge of general operations management and financial principles
- Effective verbal and written communication skills along with demonstrated presentation skills are required
- Proficiency in MS programs, computer based inventory control system (WMS preferred), etc
- Other area specific software as needed
- Candidate must lead by example and exhibit an entrepreneurial and strategic spirit accompanied with excellent interpersonal skills, strong advocate of promoting quality and continuous process improvement
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
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