Job Description:
TTI Power Equipment, has an opening in its Anderson, SC office for a Operations Manager that is responsible for supervising the distribution associates, responsible for the receipt, storage, order filling, or loading of inventory as it relates to the daily distribution activities within assigned area(s) of a distribution facility, and has functional responsibility for one large or multiple areas such as receiving, bin or bulk picking & outbound functions. We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package -- tuition assistance, 401(k), medical/dental/vision coverage, vacation and holidays.
Primary Responsibilities
Supervise the receipt, storage, order filling, or loading of inventory.
Provide leadership and motivation to associates. Communicate effectively with associates and create an open communication style that fosters a collaborative work environment.
Assist management in problem solving and coordinating projects.
Recruit, train, and develop department associates. Short term coverage planning for staffing requirements and resource allocations.
Conduct associate performance reviews, ongoing performance discussions, and salary review recommendations. Monitor and record productivity and accuracy for assigned area.
Administer safety programs and ensure OSHA compliance. Communicate and administer policies and procedures in assigned area.
Ensures that the physical condition of the warehouse is conducive to a healthy and safe working environment.
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
5 years' experience in a production, logistics, or business-to-business distribution facility with two years minimum supervisory experience
Area of study in business, engineering or logistics, distribution management preferred. Logistics to include shipping, receiving inventory and quantitative methods
Strong communication and leadership skills, strong knowledge of warehouse operations and procedures, proven decision-making capabilities, ability to manage and motivate employees.
Knowledge of Warehouse operations, Warehouse Management Systems, Inventory Control processes and / or logistics preferred.
Self-motivated , self-starter , team player , ability to work unsupervised to complete tasks, follow up skills , work through change and deliver tough messages as it relates to associate performance , flexible as schedule may change as business needs change
Financial literacy - ability to forecast business and adjust to business conditions.