Operations Manager

SRS Distribution Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SRS Distribution Inc. in Omaha, NE is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day administration, planning, budgeting, scheduling, inventory accuracy, and safety programs.

This role focuses on optimizing processes to increase operating efficiency while empowering staff to succeed and uphold the company’s service standards. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage cycle counts, delivery operations, and performance metrics, ensuring OSHA compliance and safe, timely order fulfillment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience.
• Strong MS 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.

Responsibilities

• Navigate operational demands while communicating internally and servicing customer orders.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels in the yard and damaged inventory.
• Oversee monthly cycle counting and close-out procedures.
• Understand financial operations of volume-buy and selling, profit margins, and P&L statements.
• Ensure OSHA and GMS policies are followed in warehouse, equipment operation, and jobsite.
• Lead weekly/monthly safety reviews with the Safety Manager.
• Maintain cleanliness and maintenance of warehouse and yard areas.
• Coordinate daily activities of all team members to achieve productivity and safety goals.
• Collaborate across departments to drive productivity and inclusive culture.
• Set and monitor performance plans for continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Safety awareness

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: Drywall Supply, Inc. - Omaha 11351 South 145th Street Omaha, NE 68138

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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.

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.

Founded in 1971, GMS operates a network of more than 320 distribution centers with extensive product offerings of Wallboard, Ceilings, Steel Framing and Complementary Products. Additionally, GMS operates nearly 100 tool sales, rental and service centers, providing a comprehensive selection of building products and solutions for its residential and commercial contractor customer base across the United States and Canada. In addition to our commitment to delivering exceptional customer service, GMS also fosters a unique employee culture that combines a results‑driven environment with a highly entrepreneurial, self‑starter attitude. We are committed to conducting our business in a manner that aligns with our values of humility, mutual respect, service to others, and the guiding principle that “you can never go wrong doing the right thing.” GMS is a subsidiary of SRS Distribution, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot. For more information, please visit www.gms.com.

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.