Operations Manager
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Job Location:
Dallas, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Overview
The Operations Manager Metals/Inc. Dallas is responsible for building launching and leading operations at the new Dallas branch which will also serve as the divisions Central Inventory & Distribution Hub. This facility is strictly an inventory warehousing and distribution operation. No processing is performed at this site and it will operate independently from the Arbor Metals Dallas branch with its own leadership workflows and performance expectations.
Responsibilities
Build and launch the new Metals/Inc. Dallas Branch
- Lead the creation and setup of the new inventory and distribution hub.
- Design site layout racking storage logic staging zones consolidation areas and material-flow patterns.
- Build the organization structure and recruit key personnel.
- Develop all SOPs training programs visual management systems and audit routines.
- Position Dallas as the flagship branch.
- Work from the Houston location initially to understand the existing transfer system Port of Houston delivery workflows local vendor deliveries and identify all operational issues and bottlenecks.
Implement the Division-Wide Transfer System (Hub & Spoke)
- Design and execute the transfer model connecting Dallas to all seven spoke branches.
- Establish predictable transfer loops routing logic and staging processes.
- Implement visibility and communication tools for reliable transfers.
- Drive improvements in timeliness accuracy and traceability.
- Assess and design an overnight trunking system enabling next-morning delivery to spoke branches allowing sales teams to offer faster delivery windows and accept orders later in the day.
Lead Warehouse Inventory & Distribution Operations
- Oversee receiving put-away storage picking shipping dispatch and transfer preparation.
- Maintain industry-leading inventory accuracy.
- Ensure organized safe and structured warehouse operations.
Process Excellence (6S Lean Standard Work)
- Implement and sustain 6S across the facility.
- Build standard work for all warehouse routines.
- Use KPIs and visual management for accountability.
Preventative Maintenance & Facility Reliability
- Implement PM for material handling equipment racking systems safety infrastructure and building assets.
- Maintain operational readiness and minimize downtime.
Capital Projects (CapEx)
- Lead CapEx layout optimization safety enhancements and facility upgrades.
- Build ROI justifications and manage execution.
- Assist operations leaders at other facilities justifying and presenting CapEx projects.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Represent the Dallas Hub at Division Leadership Meetings.
- Partner with spoke branches and cross-functional teams.
- Apply insights from the Houston immersion period to eliminate bottlenecks and redesign processes.
- Position Dallas as the training and standard-setting environment for spoke operations.
Inventory Accuracy Quality & Compliance
- Maintain industry-leading accuracy.
- Ensure compliance with quality expectations and divisional SOPs.
Safety Culture & People Development
- Build a culture of safety accountability and operational discipline.
- Develop supervisors and leads through coaching and structured feedback.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- 5 years operations leadership in warehousing distribution or logistics.
- Experience launching or transforming warehouse operations.
- Strong 6S/Lean background.
- Ability to write SOPs and build structured operating systems.
- ERP proficiency (Eniteo preferred).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Lean Six Sigma certification.
- Metals distribution experience.
- Hub-and-spoke logistics experience.
- CapEx leadership experience.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Six Sigma
- Lean
- Management Experience
- Process Improvement
- Microsoft Outlook
- Analysis Skills
- Warehouse Management System
- Operations Management
- Kaizen
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Retail Management
About Company
Triple-S Steel Suppliers provide over 500,000 tons of steel products yearly. Small to large orders, we provide the highest quality metal fabrication accessories & supplies
