Operations Manager

$20,800 - $20,800/Yr

Poolcorp - Tulsa, OK

Full-time - Mid Level

Tulsa, OK

5,001-10,000 employees

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Operations Manager at POOLCORP is responsible for directing and coordinating activities related to procuring products for sales and distribution. This role involves managing warehouse staff, overseeing inventory management, ensuring safety procedures are followed, and supporting sales objectives. The Operations Manager plays a crucial role in maintaining operational efficiency and effectiveness within the warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Hires, trains, directs and manages all warehouse staff, including warehouse associates and drivers.
• Reviews open sales orders, purchase orders, vendor claims, and transfers.
• Ensures proper warehouse safety procedures are followed.
• Consults with regional buyers and vendors for product information such as price and availability.
• Manages inventory, controls stock outs, and reduces excessive inventory.
• Performs cycle counts to prevent inventory shrink.
• Manages freight expenses and approves invoices for payment.
• Handles Accounts Payable discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Supervises the routing, loading, and preparation of orders for shipment and delivery.
• Trains new employees on warehouse and distribution procedures.
• Discusses defective goods with quality control personnel and takes corrective action.
• Supports sales staff in meeting sales objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of operations experience in industrial distribution or warehouse environment.
• Operations responsibility for a $5-10 Million wholesale warehouse facility.
• Experience managing a team of 5+ employees.
• Computer skills including MS Office and Inventory Management software.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of industrial product lines such as pool and spa equipment, chemicals, and plumbing supplies.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual skills are a plus.
• Military, Military Spouses, and Veteran applicants are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs.
• 401 (k) with generous company match.
• 13 days of paid time off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays.
• 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs.
• Bonus Programs including Employee Recognition and Referrals.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employee Discounts.