Operations Support Coordinator, Madison, WI

wpbeveragescareers; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(K) with Profit Sharing

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Job summary

WP Beverages is seeking an Operations Support Coordinator in Madison, WI. You will drive profitable growth through optimized routing, warehouse coordination, and proactive procurement for assigned franchises.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in Operations, Supply Chain, or Business, at least three years in order procurement or strategic routing, and strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills. Join a team that rewards initiative, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Supply Chain, or Business-related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum three years operations experience in either Order Procurement and/or Strategic Routing.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strategic thinker with leadership and coaching abilities.
• Support various operational departments and personnel while working with management to achieve company goals.
• Goal oriented team player with excellent relationship building skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs.
• Basic math skills.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis; visa sponsorship is not offered.
• Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a high level.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and schedule dynamic daily routing plans.
• Organize pallets, consolidate trucks, and send orders to be picked in the warehouse.
• Procurement for assigned franchises; forecast and determine proper ordering decisions.
• Communicate with external suppliers and internal teams for ad hoc supply chain issues.
• Provide coverage and support across the operational support department.
• Help WP Beverages achieve its vision as the pre-eminent sales and distribution organization.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Team player

Relationship building

Decision-making

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Basic math

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Supply Chain, or Business-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At WP Beverages, we're proud to be a leading distributor of iconic brands like Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Gatorade, Lipton, Klarbrunn, Starbucks, Rockstar, Aquafina, and many more. If you've grabbed a drink at your local store or restaurant, chances are--we delivered it.

As a billion-dollar distribution powerhouse, we're growing fast and looking for difference makers to help us innovate, improve, and shape the future of our business.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401(K) with Profit Sharing
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays

About the Role

The Operations Support Coordinator’s role is to generate “profitable growth through the sale and distribution of refreshing beverages, innovative customer-focused marketing programs and superior customer service”.

• The Operations Coordinator accomplishes this by analyzing and scheduling dynamic daily routing plans
• The Operations Coordinator then organizes pallets, consolidates trucks, and sends orders to be picked in the warehouse
• Separately, the Operations Coordinator is in charge of Order Procurement for an assigned (or multiple) franchises. This entails gathering a detailed forecast and utilizing procurement tools in order to make the proper ordering decision
• This person will communicate with external suppliers and/or internal sales and operations teams if ad hoc supply chain issues arise that require improvised inventory adjustment actions
• This position also provides coverage and support across the entire operational support department
• Through superior customer service, the Operations Support Coordinator can help the Company achieve its vision to be the pre-eminent sales and distribution organization
• Additional Duties as assigned

DISCLAIMER: The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request.

What We're Looking For:

The Operations Coordinator should excel in the process of planning, organizing, leading and facilitating the efforts of WP Beverages by using all available resources, and developing new resources, to achieve organizational goals.

It is essential that the Operations Coordinator practice a time management process that will allow the completion of assigned tasks within the required time frame. The Operations Coordinator must possess the skills to make critical decisions and perform under stressful conditions. The Operations Coordinator should always be seeking opportunities that will result in the continuous improvement of each franchises operation. All decisions and actions must be made that will always keep the best interest of WP Beverages in mind. The Operations Coordinator must recognize both internal and external customers and strive to meet or exceed their expectations.

The Operations Coordinator must possess the following skills and knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Supply Chain, or Business related field or equivalent experience required
• Minimum three years operations experience in either Order Procurement and/or Strategic Routing
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with problem solving and decision-making abilities to manage multiple projects within a fast paced environment
• A strategic thinker with a vision who possesses strong management, leadership, and coaching abilities
• Support various operational departments and personnel while working with management to achieve company goals
• Goal oriented team player with excellent relationship building skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs
• Basic math skills
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. The company will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future
• Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a level necessary to perform the essential duties of the position

Our Commitment to You

Wis-Pak/WP Beverage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with EEOC regulations and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility.