Operations Manager

Job Purpose:

Our Operations Manager will be responsible for supervising a team of employees who use machinery or equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, inventory control and other steps along a production line.

Job Responsibilities:

● Plan and coordinate work activities of warehouse functions (directly and through supervisors), including receiving, picking, shipping, delivery, security and inventory control.

● Develop and implement specific objectives and performance measures for each functional area and individual to improve performance.

● Interpret, understand, and act on individual and collective performance and quality data.

● Lead selection and hiring of new warehouse and delivery employees and supervisors; evaluate employee performance and develop and implement action plans for improving employees' performance.

● Ensure that all warehouse and delivery employees receive proper training and skills development.

● Maintain and control the physical condition of the warehouse and delivery equipment, supplies, security, facilities, grounds, etc.

● Manage and control warehouse and delivery expenses and capital.

● Maintain a culture of safety that follows the organization's Health, Safety and Environmental (HS&E) policies to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to oneself and others in the workplace.

● Instruct the team in safe working methods and escalate serious issues as appropriate.

Additional Responsibilities &

Qualifications:

● PC proficient in Windows based software programs. Familiarity with mid-range and mainframe systems is helpful.

● Excellent leadership, customer relations and interpersonal skills are required.

● Ability to motivate team, manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.

● Excellent verbal, written, people, and diplomacy skills are required.

● Strong planning and organization skills are required.

● A thorough understanding and experience with distribution management (customer service, sales, purchasing, warehouse, credit, information systems and logistics). Preferably from a large, national or decentralized organization.

Work Experience:

● 10-15 years of related job experience.

● 5-10 years of related job experience.

● Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.

● A thorough understanding of distribution management (customer service, sales, purchasing, warehouse, credit, information systems, and logistics) that is preferably from a large, national, or decentralized organization.

● Excellent verbal, written, people, and diplomacy skills are required.

● Must possess a thorough understanding of the distribution business.

● Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Education:

● Bachelor's Degree

What We Offer

* Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.

* Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.

* Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.

* Healthcare benefits, 401k, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

About Veritiv

Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides Jan San, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit  and connect with the Company on Linked In.

Veritiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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