Rotational Manager

Pipeline Supply Service LLC; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PSS Industrial Group is seeking a Rotational Manager in Cookeville, TN, to develop leadership talents by rotating through branch locations and gaining hands-on experience in operations, customer service, and sales processes.

You will temporarily lead locations with vacancies or seasonal demand, support new openings, and collaborate with staff to ensure consistent performance. Travel and relocations are expected, with structured training milestones under supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 2+ years of experience in a supervisory, retail, industrial distribution, or operations role preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and willingness to relocate/travel extensively.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments, teams, and processes.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard business software.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through assigned branch locations to learn day-to-day operations, including inventory management, customer service, sales processes, and safety compliance.
• Provide temporary leadership coverage at locations experiencing manager vacancies, leaves of absence, or seasonal volume increases.
• Support new location openings, including staffing, training, and operational setup.
• Partner with location staff to maintain productivity and service standards during transition periods.
• Learn and apply company policies, procedures, and best practices consistently across locations.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of branch-level employees.
• Monitor and help manage branch P&L, budgets, and inventory controls under the guidance of senior management.
• Build relationships with customers, vendors, and local teams at each rotation site.
• Complete structured training milestones and check-ins with a designated mentor or supervisor throughout the rotational period.
• Travel to assigned locations as needed, which may include extended stays.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Adaptability

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Operations Management or related field

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description: The Rotational Manager is a developmental leadership role designed to prepare high‑potential associates for permanent branch or location manager positions within PSS Cross Country. This role provides hands‑on exposure to multiple locations, business units, and operational environments through structured rotations, with the goal of building the operational, sales, and people‑management skills required to lead a location independently. The Rotational Manager travels regularly to support locations with staffing gaps, seasonal demand, new location openings, or leadership transitions, while actively training toward a permanent management assignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Rotate through assigned branch locations to learn day‑to‑day operations, including inventory management, customer service, sales processes, and safety compliance
• Provide temporary leadership coverage at locations experiencing manager vacancies, leaves of absence, or seasonal volume increases
• Support new location openings, including staffing, training, and operational setup
• Partner with location staff to maintain productivity and service standards during transition periods
• Learn and apply company policies, procedures, and best practices consistently across locations
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of branch‑level employees
• Monitor and help manage branch P&L, budgets, and inventory controls under the guidance of senior management
• Build relationships with customers, vendors, and local teams at each rotation site
• Complete structured training milestones and check‑ins with a designated mentor or supervisor throughout the rotational period
• Travel to assigned locations as needed, which may include extended stays

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• 2+ years of experience in a supervisory, retail, industrial distribution, or operations role preferred
• Demonstrated leadership potential and willingness to relocate/travel extensively
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments, teams, and processes
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard business software

Physical RequirementsAbility to travel extensively, including overnight and extended staysAbility to work in warehouse/branch environments as needed

What We Offer

• Structured path to a permanent Branch/Location Manager role
• Exposure to multiple business units and leadership styles

Company Statement

PSS Industrial provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Welcome to PSS Industrials Careers! PSS Industrial Group is a leading service provider and distributor of specialty equipment, MRO supplies and material handling solutions to the entire energy market value chain, including the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors, as well as industrial markets.