Sales and Operations Manager

Parksite; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) program

Company-paid life insurance

Health, dental, vision, and FSA plans

Paid holidays

PTO

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP

Job summary

Parksite in Woburn, MA is seeking a Sales and Operations Manager to lead the sales organization and optimize processes across forecasting, inventory, and cross-functional teams. This leadership role focuses on revenue growth, operational excellence, and high team performance.

Responsibilities include coaching the sales team, aligning with purchasing and logistics, and delivering reliable forecasts to support inventory planning and customer service. A senior, deeply analytical leader is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in sales, sales operations management, or similar leadership role.
• Experience in a high-growth sales environment requiring collaboration, strategic thinking, and operational execution.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a high-performing sales environment within company guidelines.
• Develop, monitor, and manage team goals related to sales performance, gross profit, inventory health, and OTIF goals.
• Coach and develop sales team members to support performance targets.
• Lead cross-functional alignment with General Manager and COE of Sales.
• Serve as liaison between sales and purchasing departments to optimize inventory and customer service.
• Deliver accurate weekly and monthly sales forecasts to support planning.
• Monitor inventory trends to identify risks and drive improvements.
• Share market intelligence to improve product availability and responsiveness.

Skills

Sales strategy

Forecasting

Leadership

Data analysis

CRM Salesforce

Inventory analytics

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent

Tools

Infor systems

Sales performance tools

Job description

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Sales and Operations Manager

Regular Full Time Full-Time Woburn, MA, US

Salary Range: $110,000.00 To $140,000.00 Annually

Position Summary

Atlantic Plywood, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking an experienced Sales Operations Manager to drive the efficiency, effectiveness, and overall success of the sales organization. This leadership role is responsible for optimizing sales processes, tools, data management, forecasting, performance analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to support revenue growth, operational excellence, and a high-performing sales team.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and foster a high-performing sales environment while ensuring the team operates within company guiding principles.
• Review sales activities and identify opportunities to shift non-direct selling activities to selling functions.
• Develop, monitor, and manage team goals related to sales performance, gross profit, inventory health, and OTIF (fill rate goals).
• Coach, mentor, and develop sales team members to support individual and team performance goals.
• Partner with the General Manager and COE of Sales to align initiatives, strategies, and market opportunities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the sales team and purchasing department.
• Research and resolve inventory issues, product availability questions, and outages to allow the sales team to remain focused on customer service and selling.
• Deliver accurate weekly and monthly sales forecasts to support purchasing and inventory planning.
• Monitor inventory movement and trends to identify risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.
• Share local market intelligence with purchasing teams to improve product availability and responsiveness to customer demand.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve inventory health, including slow-moving inventory programs, localized offerings, and inventory swap-out solutions.
• Track key performance indicators that improve customer experience, including On Time in Full (OTIF) delivery performance.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the sales team and logistics operations.
• Partner with the logistics operations manager to resolve service issues such as mispicks, shipment damage, and delivery challenges.
• Document and analyze service failures to identify root causes and implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Work with logistics teams to maximize truck routing efficiency, delivery performance, and profitability.
• Analyze sales metrics and market trends to identify opportunities for process improvement and operational optimization.
• Ensure sales initiatives are executed effectively through collaboration with sales leadership and supporting departments.
• Maintain accurate data within CRM and sales systems to support reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent industry experience in sales, sales operations management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in sales, sales operations management, or a similar leadership role within a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in a high-growth sales environment requiring collaboration, strategic thinking, and operational execution.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of sales strategies with the ability to clearly communicate plans and drive execution.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, drive results, and resolve issues with urgency and accountability.
• Proven leadership ability with a track record of motivating teams and achieving measurable performance outcomes.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail in managing processes, forecasting, and data analysis.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution capabilities when addressing operational and cross-functional challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, shifting demands, and evolving business needs in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent customer service skills when working with internal teams and external partners.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across departments.
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively to both small and large groups.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including presentations and data analysis.
• Experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or similar sales performance management tools.
• Experience working with Infor systems and sales performance software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, operations management, or a related discipline.
• Experience managing or leading sales teams and improving team performance through coaching and development.
• Experience with sales forecasting, sales performance metrics, and inventory analytics.
• Experience collaborating with logistics, purchasing, and supply chain teams to improve operational efficiency.
• Office-based work environment supporting sales operations and cross-functional collaboration.
• Frequent interaction with sales teams, purchasing, logistics, finance, marketing, and IT departments.
• Fast-paced operational environment requires strong organization, prioritization, and responsiveness.
• Regular use of CRM platforms, sales software, and data analytics tools.
• Occasional travel may be required to support sales operations initiatives or team collaboration.
• Work may occasionally require responsiveness to customer requests outside standard business hours.
• Participation in meetings, presentations, and operational planning sessions with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at a computer and use Microsoft Office and CRM systems for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in meetings, presentations, and collaborative discussions.
• Ability to travel occasionally as required to support business initiatives and operational alignment.

Compensation and Benefits

• 401(k) program
• Company-paid life insurance
• Health, dental, vision, and flexible spending insurance plans
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

About Parksite and Atlantic Plywood Corporation

Parksite is a premier sales, marketing, and distribution company serving the building industry with a focus on interior and exterior products. Atlantic Plywood Corporation has delivered quality hardwood plywood and panel products throughout the Eastern United States since 1974. Together, the companies provide category-leading products, dependable service, and value-added support to customers and supplier partners.

Parksite and Atlantic Plywood Corporation are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building diverse and inclusive teams.