Operations Manager
Hiring a Hands-on Operations Manager for the U.S. business unit of a global company providing high-security locking solutions through a U.S. dealer network. Responsible for purchasing, inventory, importing, warehouse operations, shipping, facility/equipment, and operational reporting as well as managing six employees. Must be Mechanically inclined.
Hackensack, NJ $115K
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
· Manage domestic and international purchasing, supplier relationships, inventory levels, replenishment, and the flow of imported goods.
· Monitor purchasing and freight costs and identify opportunities to improve cost, efficiency, and supplier performance.
· Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, customs brokers, freight forwarders, carriers, import documentation, and shipping claims.
· Oversee receiving, storage, light assembly, order fulfillment, packing, shipping, inventory accuracy, aging inventory, and warehouse organization.
· Maintain accurate inventory records and investigate discrepancies, slow-moving inventory, and other inventory issues.
· Supervise, schedule, train, and support six employees; monitor productivity, accuracy, quality, and daily workload.
· Maintain facilities and equipment; coordinate repairs and maintenance and assist with troubleshooting/repair of key machines and dealers.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
· 5+ years of relevant operations, warehouse, purchasing, distribution, or manufacturing experience, with demonstrated supervisory experience.
· Distribution, manufacturing, importing, or warehouse experience required; dealer-facing experience is a plus.
· EXCELLENT Microsoft Excel skills are required. Must be able to independently build and maintain spreadsheets, use formulas, PivotTables and lookups, analyze data, and prepare accurate month-end management reports.
· Experience with SAP or another ERP system; strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
· Must be a hands-on problem solver who takes ownership and follows issues through to resolution.