Manager Operations

100 Wilsonart LLC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

100 Wilsonart LLC in Kansas City is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee inventory, warehouse operations, and logistics, ensuring safe handling and timely deliveries. The role includes supervising staff, maintaining safety standards, and coordinating customer service metrics.

Responsibilities include maintaining inventory levels in INFOR, negotiating freight rates, coaching personnel, and ensuring compliance with DOT/OSHA regulations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Knowledge of inventory systems and inventories.
• Knowledge of warehousing and transportation functions.
• Ability to communicate well in oral and written form.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and maintain proper inventory levels using automated systems.
• Manage supervisory personnel and customer service metrics.
• Oversee warehouse safety program and safety trainings.
• Negotiate freight rates and oversee accounts receivable.
• Plan work assignments and schedules for delivery operations.
• Maintain pricing records within INFOR and support HR functions.

Skills

DOT & OSHA regulations knowledge

Inventory systems knowledge

Warehousing & transportation knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Operations Manager oversees all aspects of inventory management, warehouse operations, and logistics coordination to ensure efficient and safe handling of products and timely delivery to customers. This role involves managing inventory levels, supervising personnel, maintaining safety standards, negotiating freight rates, and coordinating customer service operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate and maintain proper inventory levels for all products using automated computer system devices
• Manage supervisory personnel
• Oversee and manage company customer service and operating metrics
• Oversee and manage the company warehouse safety program
• Ensure that the warehouse receives passing grades on all safety inspections & audits
• Ensure all employees are completing monthly safety trainings
• Train personnel as necessary
• Negotiate common carrier freight rates
• Oversee performance of basic human resource functions
• Oversee customer order entry, billing and Accounts Receivables
• Plan the work assignments
• Oversee scheduling of customer orders via established routes & company delivery vehicles
• Assist the needs of the customer
• Perform other tasks as required
• Maintain accurate and up to date customer pricing records within INFOR

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations, safety standards applicable to the work area and other pertinent rules governing work standards
• Knowledge of inventory systems and product inventories
• Knowledge of warehousing and transportation functions
• Ability to communicate well in oral and written forms

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience; 1yr experience may substitute for 1yr of degree
• Experience: 4+ years of Operations Management experience
• Physical Requirements: Sitting in the same location of standing/walking; required to stoop, climb or lift light material (10-20lbs) or equipment

We’re looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead and ready to make a difference.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wilsonart is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.