Operations Manager

Kight Home Center; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision plans

Disability insurance (short & long‑m)

Company-paid life insurance & AD&D

Supplemental life insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation time & paid holidays

Vendor incentives

Growth opportunities (promotions from内

Military encouraged to apply

Job summary

Kight Home Center in Evansville, IN is seeking an Operations Manager to run a pro-oriented lumberyard, drive sales, control costs and ensure smooth inventory and yard operations. You will lead store staff, manage scheduling and safety training, collaborate with the General Manager on sales and operations, and develop vendor and contractor relationships.

The ideal candidate has proven leadership, contractor relations experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and flexibility to work

Qualifications

• Pro building materials sales and operations experience.
• Experience dealing with contractors.
• Ability to analyze inventory activity.
• Proven leadership and people-management skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall operations of a pro-oriented lumberyard and manage store inventory and yard activities.
• Direct and manage store staff, scheduling, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
• Lead inside sales and monitor sales and profit goals with General Manager.
• Identify growth opportunities and ensure required safety training.

Skills

Sales management

Operations management

Contractor relations

Inventory analysis

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Customer relationships

Flexibility with schedule

Job description

A Kight Home Center (a division of Carter Lumber) Operations Manager is responsible for the operation of a professional lumberyard. Success depends on your ability to meet performance objectives and sales goals while controlling costs and expenses. Responsibilities include proper management of the store’s inventory and employees. Effective communication with the field and internal departments are mandatory for the success of this position.

Requirements:

• Previous sales, operational and management experience of a pro building materials store
• Previous experience dealing with contractors
• Experience analyzing inventory activity
• Demonstrated leadership qualities
• Exceptional analytical and problem solving abilities
• Outgoing personality and ability to build relationships with customers
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

Responsibilities:

Store Operations:

Manages and implements the overall operations of a pro-oriented store. Responsible for the proper execution of all aspects of the policies and procedures of the company. Manages the overall yard activities and store office employees of a location, store inventory, conducts a weekly operational meeting with the management of the market, meets with the General Manager regularly to discuss sales and operational issues.

Staff Management:

Responsible for directing and managing all areas of store staff such as; hiring, communication, motivation, training, discipline, separation and other areas as needed. Responsible for all operational staff work schedules. Counsels employees on problematic situations and carries out corrective action when necessary.

Sales Management:

Manages inside sales force and ensures goals are met. Works closely with the General Manager and to monitor sales and profit goals and ensures they are on target.

Knowledge & Training:

• Identifies personal growth needs and learning opportunities.
• Completes required orientation and safety training.
• Commits to continued learning on products, packages, procedures and more.
• Encourages and oversees employee career development.

Benefits (full-time employees):

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company-match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Vendor incentives
• Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!