Operations Manager

Gypsum Management and Supply; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Wellness Benefits

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Job summary

SRS Distribution Inc. operates Wildcat Materials in Columbia, MO, seeking an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day activities including planning, budgeting, scheduling, delivery, and inventory accuracy.

The role emphasizes safety, process improvements, and team leadership to enhance service levels. You will coordinate with multiple departments, manage cycle counts, and ensure OSHA policy adherence while driving efficiency and customer satisfaction in a dynamic warehouse and jobsite

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years related work experience.
• Strong MS Office skills and effective team leadership with strong communication.
• Experience in construction/building materials distribution preferred; OSHA/safety awareness.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; strong relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations, administration, and reporting of business activities.
• Maintain inventory accuracy, manage cycle counts, and oversee delivery coordination.
• Lead and coordinate daily team activities to achieve productivity, safety, quality, and knowledge goals.
• Collaborate across departments to improve processes and service levels.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and conduct periodic safety reviews.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem solving

Self-management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The primary function of the operations manager is to be responsible for the successful day‑to‑day management, administration, and reporting of all business activities including, but not limited to, planning, budgeting, scheduling, delivery, inventory accuracy, business metrics, and safety related functions. Those duties are meant to optimize current processes in an organized manner that will increase operating efficiency while empowering employees to be successful. The Operations Manager must successfully adhere to and seek out ways to improve the organization’s levels of service and values.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Effectively navigate operational demands while communicating internally and ultimately servicing the customer/orders the best way possible.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels in the yard and damaged inventory. Oversee monthly cycle counting and close out procedures. Understand the financial operations of volume-buy and selling, profit margins, and P & L statements. Oversee that all delivery personnel adhere to OSHA and GMS policies while working in the warehouse, operating equipment, and at the jobsite. Perform weekly and monthly GMS management safety reviews in collaboration with the Safety Manager. Oversee the cleanliness and maintenance of warehouse and yard areas. Responsible for full‑cycle delivery management by removing any damaged materials, ensuring orders are stocked correctly, and checked off by the appropriate manager. Always maintain open and clear lines of communication with customers, informing them of any issues related to their order & delivery if they should arise. Monitor delivery of materials from other yards to coordinate with agreed upon “Drop Dead” time.
• Identify and coordinate daily activities of all team members; inspire your team to achieve desired results in productivity, teamwork, safety, quality, and job knowledge.
• Collaborate across departments to drive optimal productivity; foster an environment in which diverse backgrounds are respected and valued. Ensure performance plans are set, maintained, and continuously improved; generate creative solutions to identify improvements in processes.
• Maintain level of service requirements throughout the process, May prepare and track lien releases.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, effective team player and leader with strong communication skills. Experience in and knowledge of construction industry and building materials strongly preferred. Distribution experience preferred. Core Competencies: Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity. Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non‑people‑management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done. Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members. Help champion an inclusive working environment by: Empowering others to bring their full selves to the workplace. Celebrating, welcoming, and valuing the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce. Recognizing that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self‑manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers

Physical Requirements

• Will occasionally move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Ability to work in an office environment, warehouse, and on a job site.

Required Cognitive Skills

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive and analyze information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work‑life balance. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Job Location: Wildcat Materials - Columbia, 8501 East Trade Center Drive Columbia, MO 65201

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: [e-mail] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs. All benefits subject to eligibility.

Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency (“Agency”), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.