Distribution Operations Manager Rockford, IL

Rugby Architectural Building Products is a wholesale distributor of specialty building products operating out of 26 branches throughout the United States. Our primary business is non-structural architectural grade building products sold principally to customers who create and produce end-products for the commercial industrial retail residential and institutional markets. (In New Century KS Lebanon TN and Rockford IL we do business as: Olathe Millwork Warren Brothers River City Millwork respectfully.)

Position: We are growing and seeking Operations Manager.

As an Operations Manager you will be responsible for the overall success of the warehouse and logistics teams by ensuring safe efficient accurate and timely operations. You will lead coach and develop team members while identifying opportunities to improve processes productivity service and department culture.

This role will work closely with the Door Shop Manager and Branch Manager to identify develop and implement operational improvements that support the long-term growth and success of the branch.

Whats in It for You:

• Pay: $95000 - 105000/yr. dependent on experience
• Shift Times: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Competitive Medical Dental Vision
• Corporate Wellness & Longevity Programs
• 401(k) Traditional & Roth with Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Great TEAM environment

Should You Apply If youve got all the below skills drop what youre doing right now and reach out. If youve got some of these skills we still want to hear from you!

• Minimum 5-7 years experience with management warehouse operations and logistics.
• Ability to strategically plan and execute on company directives.
• Proficient with basic change management experience (Lean Management Principles a plus).
• Ability to manage multiple shift warehouse operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in dispatch systems and office software.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to exceptional service.

Your Day-to-Day: to excel in this role you will need to...

• Lead warehouse delivery and inventory operations to ensure a safe organized highly accurate and efficient environment.
• Drive cultural transformation using structured change management to build accountability trust and team buy-in across your department.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to streamline workflows and continuously improve productivity.
• Manage long-term large-scale operational projects from initial planning through full implementation.
• Partner with the management team to align and execute overall operational strategy.
• Coach train and develop employees and Leads to build an engaged high-performing team.
• Track measure and report on operations to drive data-based decisions and enforce performance standards.
• Identify staffing needs manage hiring and oversee employee transitions to support growth.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
• This role is a safety sensitive position subject to routine drug screenings.

At Rugby our goal is to lead the industry! We will accomplish this goal by creating an environment where each team member is challenged to achieve their personal best using their talent together building a community based on our values of Fairness Commitment to Excellence and maintaining Rugby as a Performance Meritocracy.

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