K-12 Operations Lead: Inventory, Vendors & Publishing

Kendall Hunt; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job Stability

Career Growth

Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kendall Hunt Publishing is seeking a highly organized K-12 Operations Manager to lead inventory planning, custom publishing operations, vendor management, and cross-functional coordination within the K-12 division.

The ideal candidate brings strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills and can manage multiple priorities while supporting strategic initiatives across Sales, Product Development and Marketing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 2–4 years related experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and analyze operational data.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing, and internet-based software.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage K-12 product inventory levels and monitor inventory performance.
• Collaborate with the Director of Sales to forecast inventory needs.
• Recommend initial print runs and reprint quantities to leadership.
• Evaluate and make recommendations regarding obsolete inventory.
• Manage relationships with kit vendors to ensure quality products and services.
• Coordinate custom publishing projects across internal departments and provide cost and pricing analysis.
• Assist with annual pricing reviews and product pricing updates.
• Ensure alignment across departments regarding launch schedules, inventory requirements, and customer communications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree

2–4 years related experience

Tools

Spreadsheet

Word processing

Internet-based software

Job description

Kendall Hunt Publishing is seeking a highly organized K-12 Operations Manager to lead inventory planning, custom publishing operations, vendor management, and cross-functional coordination within the K-12 division.

The ideal candidate brings strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills and can manage multiple priorities while supporting strategic initiatives across Sales, Product Development and Marketing.