Director of Operations

Company: DecksDirect
Location: Plymouth
Posted on: April 3, 2021

Job Description:

• Plymouth, Minnesota office-based setting
• $100,000-115,000 Company Overview-- At DecksDirect, we are focused on creating a world-class deck-shopping and deck-building experience for every client, every time. Period. But we also have a little fun along the way. We're talking casual dress code, summertime barbeques, ping pong, and the occasional Friday afternoon brew on tap in the employee lounge. Within our down-to-earth setting, you'll find a talented team that is friendly, seriously committed to excellence, and driven by a culture of rock-solid core values. Bring your skills, your passion, your best serve, and your whole self to work at DecksDirect in the following role: Position Overview The Director of Operations plays a key role as a member of the Leadership Team in fulfilling the company's mission - Help People Build Better Decks - and is accountable for leading the company's operations team and activities. Operations as it applies to Decks Direct and this role is comprised of Shipping, Receiving, Inventory Control and Logistics Management. The Director of Operations will provide guidance to the operations department by developing operational strategies, communicating the operations plans to stakeholders, planning and coordinating efficient operations execution. Accountabilities:
  • Lead, Manage, Coach and Hold Operations Team Accountable
  • Process, Development and Improvements for Shipping, Receiving, Inventory Control and Logistics
  • Facility Management
  • Company Safety Key Responsibilities
    • Providing leadership and direction to operations team managers and supervisors in both company locations to optimize the allocation of operations resources and assets
      (Plymouth, MN corporate office/distribution center and Indianapolis, IN distribution center)
    • Manage and maintain a fully functioning, capable and accountable operations department, which includes Shipping, Receiving, Inventory Control and Logistics Management for two distribution facilities and teams, by recruiting, selecting, training and coaching team members on expectations
    • Proactively identify and solve issues to drive continual process improvement
    • Lead the development of the company's operations strategy and plan to achieve, or exceed, goals for labor efficiency, labor costs and on-time performance
    • Understand and utilize key operations performance metrics and tracking tools to provide key performance indicators, including labor capacity, labor utilization and labor efficiency. Qualifications
      • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent management experience preferred
      • 10+ years of experience in operations leadership role(s) with strategic accountabilities running a distribution center; experience with B2C distribution (direct to consumer) a plus
      • 10+ years of experience in operations leadership role(s) managing and coaching direct reports;--
      • Demonstrated experience working with major freight carriers to manage relationship, negotiation of freight services and contracts (Parcel (FedEx, USPS), LTL and last-mile delivery networks)--
      • Additional 5+ years of experience in shipping, receiving, inventory control and/or logistics roles
      • Strong competency with ERP systems; NetSuite experience a plus
      • Alignment with our professional culture and values:
        • Do the right thing
        • Service the customer first
        • It begins with self
        • Deliver excellence every day
        • Maintain an edge above the rest
        • Health, dental, and vision insurance
        • 3 weeks of Paid time off (PTO)
        • Casual dress code Apply Today If you're seeking the perfect balance of professional success and growth potential within a different kind of professional setting, DecksDirect might be a perfect fit. Start practicing your aim and contact us now. About Us DecksDirect is an online retailer and distributor offering the nation's largest in-stock selection of deck- and patio-building products. Founded in 2003, the company was created with the sole purpose of offering a smoother and better deck-building experience for everyone, from the first-time builder to the professional contractor. Headquartered in Minnesota, DecksDirect is a family-owned business featuring a growing team of deck experts with real industry experience. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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