Manager Operations

Wilsonart LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

FSAs and dependent care options

Vision benefits

Gym discounts

Wellness clinics

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wilsonart LLC in Minneapolis, MN seeks an Operations Manager who will lead warehouse, customer service, inventory, and logistics to ensure safe handling, accurate stock, and on-time orders. This role requires strong leadership to coach teams and drive process improvements across the operation.

You will optimize inventory, oversee freight negotiations, and maintain exceptional customer experiences while aligning with safety programs and ERP-driven workflow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four+ years of progressively responsible experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, or operations management.
• Ability to work in both office and warehouse environments and oversee safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, develop, and evaluate supervisory personnel to achieve objectives.
• Plan work assignments and allocate resources for efficient daily operations.
• Train and develop employees to maintain a skilled, engaged workforce.
• Oversee warehouse safety program including inspections and training.
• Oversee customer service performance and operating metrics.
• Oversee accounts receivable/payable to ensure accurate financial operations.
• Resolve escalated customer issues to maintain high satisfaction.
• Maintain pricing records within the ERP system.
• Evaluate and maintain inventory levels using automated systems.
• Oversee scheduling and routing of deliveries using established routes.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP software

Inventory management systems

Job description

## Manager OperationsApplylocations: Minneapolis, MNtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-000189# **Win at Wilsonart**At Wilsonart, we don’t just make surfaces—we build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care.You’ll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. You’ll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And you’ll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life.Here, you’ll win with:Support that keeps you well* Medical, dental, and life insurance* Company-paid short- and long-term disability* FSAs and dependent care options* Vision and legal benefits* Gym discounts and wellness clinics* Tuition reimbursement—for you and your dependentsOpportunities to grow* Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility* Training, coaching, and mentorship* Development programs to support your goalsTime for what matters* Paid vacation and holidays in your first year* A culture that respects work-life balance**Job Description:****Position Overview: Operations Manager**The Operations Manager provides leadership and direction for all warehouse, customer service, inventory, and logistics operations to ensure products are handled safely, inventory is maintained accurately, and customer orders are delivered efficiently and on time. This role is responsible for developing and coaching warehouse and customer service personnel, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement, optimizing inventory accuracy and warehouse processes, negotiating freight rates, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader to build high-performing teams, drive operational excellence, and make a measurable impact on customer satisfaction and business performance.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Lead, coach, develop, and evaluate supervisory personnel to achieve departmental and company objectives.* Plan work assignments and allocate resources to ensure efficient daily operations.* Train and develop employees as needed to maintain a skilled, engaged, and high-performing workforce.* Oversee performance of basic human resource functions, including employee coaching, performance management, and policy compliance.* Lead and manage the warehouse safety program by ensuring successful safety inspections and audits and completion of all required monthly safety training.* Oversee and manage company customer service performance and operating metrics.* Oversee customer order entry and billing processes to ensure timely and accurate customer service.* Provide oversight of the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient financial operations.* Resolve escalated customer issues and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.* Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer pricing records within the company's ERP system.* Evaluate and maintain appropriate inventory levels using the company's automated inventory management systems.* Oversee the scheduling and routing of customer deliveries using established routes and company delivery vehicles.* Perform other duties as assigned.**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*** Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and hold employees accountable.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees, customers, vendors, and management.* Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.* Working knowledge of warehouse, inventory, and transportation operations.* Working knowledge of inventory control systems and ERP software.* Basic knowledge of applicable DOT and OSHA regulations and general workplace safety requirements.**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS****EDUCATION:**Bachelor's degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.**EXPERIENCE:**Four or more years of progressively responsible experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, or operations management.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** Ability to perform work in both an office and warehouse environment. Requires prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking, with occasional stooping, bending, climbing, and lifting or carrying materials or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.*We’re looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead and ready to make a difference. If that sounds like you, you can win at Wilsonart.**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.*