Operations Manager - Electrical Distribution in Charlotte

Energy Jobline ZR; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, manage inventory, and lead customer-focused activities. This role emphasizes team leadership, effective communication, and ensuring timely service across the electrical distribution setting.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in electrical distribution with supervisory experience, strong knowledge of products and distribution practices, and the ability to coordinate purchasing and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical distribution, working for a distributor, rep or manufacturer, or in a managerial role at an electrical contracting firm.
• Experience in branch operations, inventory management, industrial account management or integrated supply programs.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical products, terminology and distribution practices.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees, customers and senior management.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations, inventory management and customer service activities.
• Lead, support and communicate effectively with team members to ensure operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Serve as a key point of contact for customer management, building and maintaining strong professional relationships.
• Coordinate purchasing, product sourcing, order fulfillment and inventory availability.
• Monitor inventory accuracy, service levels and overall operational performance.
• Work closely with customers and internal personnel to resolve issues and ensure timely service.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational processes and strengthen existing customer relationships.
• Support continued business growth as the operation expands.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Customer service

Operations management

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Job Description

We are conducting a search for an established electrical distributor seeking an experienced Operations Manager for its Charlotte, NC operation.

This opportunity is ideal for an electrical-distribution professional with a strong background in leadership, inventory management, customer service and day-to-day operations.

The successful candidate will oversee operational activities, support and lead a team of employees, coordinate inventory and supply-chain requirements, and maintain strong relationships with key customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations, inventory management and customer service activities.
• Lead, support and communicate effectively with team members to ensure operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Serve as a key point of contact for customer management, building and maintaining strong professional relationships.
• Coordinate purchasing, product sourcing, order fulfillment and inventory availability.
• Monitor inventory accuracy, service levels and overall operational performance.
• Work closely with customers and internal personnel to resolve issues and ensure timely service.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational processes and strengthen existing customer relationships.
• Support continued business growth as the operation expands.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical distribution working for a distributor, rep or manufacturer. We would also be open to someone in a managerial position at an electrical contracting firm.
• Experience in branch operations, inventory management, industrial account management or integrated supply programs.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical products, terminology and distribution practices.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees, customers and senior management.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a customer-focused environment.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to play an important role within an established electrical distribution organization, with responsibility for operational performance, team leadership and customer satisfaction.