div :bg-bg-000/50 &_pre>div :border-0.5 &_pre>div :border-border-400 &_.ignore-pre-bg>div :bg-transparent &_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6) :pl-2 &_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6) :pr-8 &_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6) :pl-2 &_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6) :pr-8"> We're partnering with one of the country's largest wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, and industrial supplies to find a results-driven Operations Manager. Our client is growing fast - five record years in a row, up 35% YTD - and needs a leader to run the engine of a $50-$60M operation.
_ :min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown"> This is not a maintenance job. We want a proven leader who lives in the data and can show us real results. We don't want a follower.
What you'll do:- Lead 5 department managers (Warehouse, Purchasing, Fabrication, Technology, Office) and a team of 25-30
- Drive warehouse efficiency - pick rates, routing, and throughput - using Lean / Six Sigma and process improvement
- Build operational KPIs from WMS data and hold every department accountable
- Solve purchasing stock-outs so the business stops losing customers to out-of-stock items
- Manage all vendor relationships across a $50-$60M book
What we're looking for:- 5+ years operations experience with proven leadership (7+ preferred)
- Demonstrated, measurable results in efficiency and productivity
- Comfort building and acting on KPIs - not waiting to be handed them
- Lean / Six Sigma strongly preferred
- Warehouse, distribution, or logistics background a plus
- Wholesale distribution / plumbing / HVAC experience is a bonus, not required
Compensation & benefits:- $100,000-$125,000 base, depending on experience
- Uncapped profit sharing - top performers can double or triple their pay ($300K-$500K within 3-5 years)
- Pension plan, 401(k), and retirement cash account with company contributions
- Full medical, dental, vision; life and disability; paid parental leave; PTO
- Training, wellness program, employee discounts, college tuition benefits
