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Hajoca Corporation Operations Manager - 6378 in Longmont, Colorado
Hajoca Corporation is one of the country's largest privately-held wholesale distributors of plumbing, heating & cooling, and industrial supplies. Founded in 1858, Hajoca is a company based on the principles of "Service, Integrity, Reliability," and on relationships of trust and support with teammates, customers, and suppliers. Throughout its history, Hajoca has played an active role in shaping advances in plumbing. However, we attribute our success to two simple truths; a unique business philosophy and talented people. Hajoca is all about the people, who give us our advantage, and who will guide us successfully into the future.
Although Hajoca is a large company, we work in a decentralized environment where each of our locations, called Profit Centers (PCs), is run by the Profit Center Manager as if it were their own small business. A typical Profit Center is the heart of our business and consists of a warehouse, counter, sales office, and (sometimes) a showroom. Our PCs conduct business under unique trade names and offer a customized business approach, honoring what's special about each local marketplace.
Hughes Supply is one of those trade names and is looking for a Operations Manager at their Longmont, CO location .
Pay for Operations Manager is between $50,000 and $65,000 per year at this location. Application deadline: 6/12/2024
Do you have a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity? Are you decisive and safety conscious? Do you have the initiative to implement process improvements and ensure the business is running efficiently?If so, then we'd like you to join our dedicated team as an Operations Manager.
About the Role:
You will:
Ensure that all business operations are being conducted in the most efficient, effective, and profitable manner. Analyze and manage the processes used in all aspects of the Profit Center's business, solve problems as they arise, and continually investigate the possibility of productivity improvements. Supervise, schedule, and train co-workers to ensure efficient, effective, and profitable operation of all job functions. Assist with recruiting, developing, training, coaching, and managing the Profit Center team.
Analyze sales and inventory performance reports and implement appropriate strategies to increase sales, improve operating efficiencies, manage assets, and increase ROI and profit sharing. Review daily sales and inventory reports and address issues immediately. Evaluate inventory management reports regularly to ensure an accurate and efficient annual Physical Inventory. Resolve all customer, vendor, and carrier complaints and disputes quickly and effectively. Maintain and insist upon a safe working environment in compliance with the company's Safety Standards, OSHA, and any other applicable regulations.
Safeguard and maintain all Profit Center assets - buildings, fleet, equipment, inventory, and receivables.
About You:
College degree or equivalent industry experience Minimum 2+ years wholesale distribution experience
Minimum 1+ years management experience, supervising co-workers preferred Experience using Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel) to communicate via email, to maintain customer and vendor contact files, appointments and to analyze performance data Product knowledge related to the specific Profit Center market preferred Ability to operate forklift and other material handling equipment in use at the Profit Center A proper and valid driver's license for the vehicle(s) being driven
A driving record that meets the criteria for being an Authorized Driver in accordance with Company policy
Our ideal candidate will also:
Create and nurture a positive team environment, training and inspiring all co-workers to do their best work to achieve the highest levels of customer and employee satisfaction. Be able to build and maintain influential relationships with customers and vend rs.
Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity. Be able to interpret performance report data to determine effectiveness of business operations; takes appropriate action to adjust processes to maximize profitability. Have comprehensive knowledge of and able to apply and enforce OSHA, DOT and other material handling and facility safety regulations. Be able to learn and operate the computer related systems used for business operations. Be able to quickly develop comprehensive knowledge of products sold at the Profit Center.
Be able to safely operate a forklift and all material handling equipment in use at the Profit Center.
The benefits of working with us:
Our culture is well-suited for exceptional people who use their talents to drive business and want to share in the financial success their efforts yield.