Operations Manager – 7052

Hajoca Corporation is one of the countrys largest privately-held wholesale distributors of plumbing, heating and cooling, and industrial supplies. Founded in 1858, Hajoca is a company based on the principles of “Service, Integrity, Reliability,” and on relationships of trust and support with teammates, customers, and suppliers. Throughout its history, Hajoca has played an active role in shaping advances in plumbing. However, we attribute our success to two simple truths; a unique business philosophy and talented people. Hajoca is all about the people, who give us our advantage, and who will guide us successfully into the future.

Although Hajoca is a large company, we work in a decentralized environment where each of our locations, called Profit Centers (PCs), is run by the Profit Center Manager as if it were their own small business. A typical Profit Center is the heart of our business and consists of a warehouse, counter, sales office, and (sometimes) a showroom. Our PCs conduct business under unique trade names and offer a customized business approach, honoring whats special about each local marketplace.

Cowan Supply is one of those trade names and is looking for an Operations Manager at their Norcross, GA location .

Pay for this position is between $115,000.00 and $120,000.00 per year at this location.

Do you have a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity? Are you decisive and safety conscious? Do you have the initiative to implement process improvements and ensure the business is running efficiently?If so, then wed like you to join our dedicated team as an Operations Manager.

About the Role:

You will:

Ensure that all business operations are being conducted in the most efficient, effective, and profitable manner.
Analyze and manage the processes used in all aspects of the Profit Centers business, solve problems as they arise, and continually investigate the possibility of productivity improvements.
Manage, schedule, and train co-workers to ensure efficient, effective, and profitable operation of all job functions.
Assist with recruiting, developing, training, coaching, and managing the Profit Center team.

Analyze sales and inventory performance reports and implement appropriate strategies to increase sales, improve operating efficiencies, manage assets, and increase return on investment and profit sharing.
Review daily sales and inventory reports and address issues immediately.
Evaluate inventory management reports regularly to ensure an accurate and efficient annual Physical Inventory.
Resolve all customer, vendor, and carrier complaints and disputes quickly and effectively.
Ensure the Profit Center conducts all business in accordance with Company policy and procedures.
Maintain and insist upon a safe working environment in compliance with the companys Safety Standards, OSHA, and any other applicable regulations.

Safeguard and maintain all Profit Center assets – buildings, fleet, equipment, inventory, and receivables.
Successfully complete required safety and compliance training programs as assigned.
Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

About You:

5 years operations experience
1 year leadership experience

Able to drive for company business. As a company business driver, you must:
Be at least 18 years old.
Possess a proper and valid drivers license.
Have a driving record that meets the criteria for being an Authorized Driver in accordance with Company policy.

Our ideal candidate will also:

Possess leadership qualities and is viewed as a leader.
Effectively use Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel) to communicate via email, to maintain customer and vendor contact files and appointments, and to analyze performance data.

Possess and maintain product knowledge related to the specific Profit Center market.
Be able to create and nurture a positive team envir nment, training and inspiring all co-workers to do their best work to achieve the highest levels of customer and employee satisfaction.
Be able to build and maintain influential relationships with customers and vendors.
Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity.
Be able to interpret performance report data to determine the effectiveness of business operations and take appropriate action to adjust processes to maximize profitability.

Possess a comprehensive knowledge of and able to apply and enforce OSHA, DOT and other material handling and facility safety regulations.
Be able to learn and operate the computer related systems used for business operations.

Be able to quickly develop a comprehensive knowledge of products sold at the Profit Center.
Be able to safely operate a forklift and all material handling equipment in use at the Profit Center.

Be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Effectively read, write, speak, and understand English.

The benefits of working with us:

Our culture is well-suited for exceptional people who use their talents to drive business and want to share in the financial success their efforts yield. In addition to a competitive starting wage, we offer a Profit-Sharing Program that provides each team member with an opportunity to earn a direct share of the profits on an annual basis. In addition to our generous compensation package, Hajoca also offers:

Full-time benefits (for team members working 30 or more hours per week):

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Life…

Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity