Branch Operations Manager

Hood Distribution; Milton (VT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401k

Employee assistance program

LTD

Job summary

Hood Distribution in Milton, VT is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our warehouse team and oversee inbound/outbound logistics. The role reports to the Branch Manager and requires hands-on supervision of 2-3 warehouse staff and 2-3 drivers, with emphasis on inventory control and procedural discipline.

The ideal candidate has wood products or related industry experience, knowledge of safe fleet and warehouse operations, and proficiency with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse operations, distribution, logistics in wood products or related field.
• Knowledge of safe fleet operations and warehouse operations is essential.
• Forklift operator/trainer certification is preferred but not required.
• Basic computer skills; ERP familiarity; MS Word/Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall warehouse operations, including inbound inventory receiving, reporting, and driver schedules.
• Oversee maintenance and repairs on warehouse equipment and trucks; ensure DOT compliance.
• Coordinate intercompany inventory transfers and material processing; occasional coverage for Inside Sales.
• Provide supervision, coaching and training to center employees; promote safety-minded culture.
• Ensure drivers are properly licensed and trained and follow safe driving and loading/unloading practices.

Job description

Hood Distribution is a market leader in wholesale distribution of hardwood and softwood lumber, plywood, and panels as well as a variety of other construction products to the retail lumber industry, cabinet shops, millwork houses and similar businesses.

We are looking for an Operations Manager in the Milton, VT area. This position reports directly to the Branch Manager and is responsible for the supervision of the 2-3 warehouse staff and 2-3 drivers. Inventory management and procedural controls are major responsibilities of the position. The successful candidate should have experience in warehouse operations, distribution, logistics etc. in wood products or related field. Specific knowledge of safe fleet operations and warehouse operations are essential.

Job Responsibilities:

• Candidate will manage overall warehouse operations, including inbound inventory receiving, processing of reports, delivery driver schedules and inventory management.
• Candidate will also manage routine maintenance and necessary repairs on warehouse equipment, trucks, oversee DOT compliance, etc.
• Candidate would be the point of contact in communicating intercompany inventory transfers and material processing. Coverage for Inside Sales occasionally.
• Candidate would provide supervisory guidance, coaching and training to center employees. Assure that all employees receive proper training and maintain their skills in equipment operation. Make all employees safety-minded.
• Assure that all drivers are properly licensed and trained and are observing safe driving and loading/unloading practices.

Qualifications:

• Experience in warehouse operations, distribution, logistics etc. in wood products or related field.
• Specific knowledge of safe fleet operations and warehouse operations are essential.
• Hardwood lumber experience is preferred.
• Forklift operator/trainer certification is preferred but not required.
• Basic computer skills required. ERP system familiarity, Microsoft Word/Excel preferred.

Salary Range: $54,000 - $65,000 plus quarterly bonus potential

Additional Information:

Hood Industries offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including medical, employee assistance program, dental, vision, cancer, life, flexible spending account, 401k, and LTD, available first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full-time employment.

• medical
• employee assistance program
• dental
• vision
• cancer
• life
• flexible spending account
• 401k
• LTD

Hood Industries requires that applicants consent to a background check and a drug screen to continue in the selection process. All employment offers are contingent on meeting our background check standards and successful passing of required drug test. If hired, you will be required to provide documentation indicating your legal right to work in the U.S.

An Equal Opportunity Employer