Operations Manager Trainee - Leadership Opportunity - JCSI
Tampa, FL 33601
About the Job
American Builders Supply: Operations Manager Trainee
Location:
Opportunities available in Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, and Fort Myers, FL - relocation assistance is available.
Company Overview:
American Builder Supply is a leading building material supplier specializing in the manufacture, distribution, and installation of millwork, windows, components, and lumber for single-family and multi-family home builders across Florida. With a strong focus on customer service, our mission is to provide a safe workplace where customer-focused individuals thrive, customers who value quality choose us, and vendors who contribute to our value-driven approach. We are seeking a dynamic Operations Manager Trainee to join our growing team and lead our high-performing operations.
Salary:
$60,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience
Position Overview:
As an Operations Manager Trainee, you will receive hands-on training in high-volume operations, warehouse management, and people development. This role is designed to prepare you for a leadership position within our organization, focusing on process improvement, financial oversight, and fostering a collaborative work environment. You will be responsible for managing day-to-day warehouse activities, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving team performance to achieve exceptional customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & People Development: Lead and mentor warehouse teams, ensuring a safe, collaborative, and high-performing work environment. Oversee scheduling, workflow management, and performance evaluations.
- High-Volume Operations Management: Manage daily warehouse activities, including stocking, receiving, and inventory control. Optimize the production of doors and windows while coordinating with other departments to address product trends.
- Millwright Duties & Technical Knowledge: Support equipment maintenance and repairs to ensure efficient operations. Collaborate with the maintenance team to troubleshoot equipment issues and minimize downtime.
- Warehouse Operations: Oversee warehouse activities such as order turnaround, inventory control, shipping, and receiving. Implement best practices to improve productivity, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
- Financial Oversight & P&L Management: Assist with budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting. Monitor financial performance to meet or exceed targets.
- Process Improvement (Lean/5S): Participate in Lean/5S initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance operational efficiency.
- Communication & Collaboration: Maintain open communication with internal departments and national distribution centers. Build customer rapport and address customer service issues effectively.
- Technical Skills (Microsoft Office, WMS): Use Microsoft Office and Warehouse Management Systems to manage data, create reports, and enhance decision-making processes.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of supervisory experience in construction material distribution.
- Proven experience in high-speed production of doors and/or windows.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with WMS.
- Ability to lift weights of 60+ pounds.
- Experience in Lean/5S methodologies within a manufacturing or distribution setting.
- Strong multitasking skills and ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join American Builder Supply?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Leadership development opportunities with a focus on career growth.
- A collaborative, customer-focused work environment.
- Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workforce.
American Builders Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in our workforce. EOE/M/F/D/V