Assistant Operations Manager

Colonial Group; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrett Distribution Centers is seeking an Assistant Operations Manager to oversee daily warehouse operations for a designated area. Responsibilities include labor scheduling, workflow optimization, safety programs, budgeting, and inventory control.

You will collaborate with internal teams to meet client KPIs and ensure staff are trained on SOPs. The role requires 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a warehouse/distribution setting, strong knowledge of warehouse operations, and proficiency

Qualifications

• HSD/GED required; 4-year degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in warehouse/distribution.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and policies.
• Working knowledge of 3PL, supply chain, and transportation.
• Inventory control experience and cycle counts.
• Lean/Six Sigma knowledge preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• English reading/writing required; bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day warehouse operations for assigned client/area/shift.
• Manage labor scheduling, flow, efficiencies, and space/equipment use.
• Ensure safety, security, housekeeping, sanitation and budgeting.
• Coordinate inventory control and KPI achievement.
• Interface with internal partners to resolve issues and identify opportunities.
• Train supervisors/leads/associates on SOPs and SOP observation.
• Set goals and provide training/development opportunities.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

English fluency

Education

High school diploma/GED

4-year college degree preferred

Tools

WMS system

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Position:

The Assistant Operations Manager, reporting to the Operations Manager, is responsible for managing the day-to-day operational execution of assigned client, area, and/or shift. Including effective labor schedule, flow, efficiencies, supervision, and proper utilization of space, equipment, and resources.

The compensation range for this position is $75K-$90K, depending on experience.

This shift works 7:30am- 4:30pm, Monday-Friday.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Accountable for the safe, efficient, and economical operation of the warehouse for assigned client, area, and/or shift in the areas of staffing, warehouse operations, maintenance of the facility and equipment, implementation of safety, security, housekeeping and sanitation programs, budgeting, and inventory control.
• Manage all distribution services of assigned client, area, and/or shift, which may include receiving, storing, shipping, handling return/damaged goods, maintenance, and administrative activities to ensure customer requirements and/or KPIs, if applicable, are met in an efficient manner.
• Interface with internal partners, including but not limited to Strategic Account Management, Business Process Optimization, Customer Service, Finance, and Human Resources, to identify business opportunities and resolve issues.
• Responsible for ensuring supervisors, leads, and associates are properly trained on all standard operating procedures, method observations are conducted, and documented per company standards.
• Develop and communicate clear goals and expectations for assigned staff; provide ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and MSDS regulations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What You'll Bring to the Table:

• High school Diploma/GED required
• Four (4) year college degree preferred
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of demonstrated supervisory experience required (preferably in a warehouse or distribution center environment).
• Experience must demonstrate a strong working knowledge of warehouse operations and policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of 3PL, Supply Chain, and Transportation, WMS system preferred
• Working knowledge of Inventory Control, cycle counts, and a proven track record of inventory accuracy.
• Working knowledge of Lean principles and/or Six Sigma preferred.
• Proficient in all Microsoft business applications such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English (Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred).
• Experience must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.

Barrett Distribution Centers is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, retaliation, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, choice of health insurance, marital status, age, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.