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The Operations Manager will oversee the daily operation of the Distribution and Logistics departments within the branch. The OM ensures smooth operation of various processes including the processes of planning, implementing, and controlling the effective and efficient flow of goods and services from the point of origin to the point of consumption.

Your career path has many avenues available for you to succeed. Are you looking to advance at a rate that matches your ambition and skill set? At Bunzl, we understand and want to invest in you. With our multi-career options, you’ll not only be able to find the adventure you are looking for today, but can be confident that new opportunities will be there for advancement in your future.

At Bunzl, we know that our employees are our number one asset. We seek to recruit and retain the right people who are passionate about our business and we provide opportunities for our employees so that they may progress within our company based on their talents, experiences, and their aptitude.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage department processes and practices to ensure that programs are aligned with company business goals and objectives

• Best use of organizational resources by defining, planning and working with the General Manager to develop strategic and long range goals

• Establishes operational standards for cost control, safety and complete on-time delivery

• Build a strong group of employees

• Analyzes and proposes methods of sustained productivity increases

• Maintain a clean, orderly, and organized warehouse

• Ensures safe working conditions including properly training employees on proper safety

• Effectively counsel and manage employees on attendance, performance and/or misconduct

• Manage the SAP system for the purpose of measuring the pick accuracy and performance of employees (cycle count, bin walk, etc)

• Responsible for managing the maintenance and repairs of all warehouse-related equipment as well as making sure that the equipment has the ability to produce goods and services for the client at an acceptable standard.

• Act as an instrumental player and liaison between Customer Service, Sales and Warehouse departments

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, or related field preferred but not required

• Minimum of 10+ years demonstrated experience in Operations, Purchasing, or Customer Service required; Supervisory experience is a plus

• Strong knowledge of logistics and operational processes required

• Strong Procurement skills and experience with vendors a plus

• Must possess strong communications, analytical and effective decision making skills; and a strong commitment to company values

• Strong knowledge of SAP system required

• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word and Excel required

• Experience in forklift certification and inspection, hazmat certification, operating various warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, stock pickers, etc.)

• High comfort level working in a diverse environment

• Open to direction and collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done

So, what are you waiting for? A new career awaits you with endless opportunities.

Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non-Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to sales in excess of $10 billion. Bunzl North America is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Bunzl North America owns and operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 5,000 employees and 400,000 plus supplies, Bunzl is regarded as a leading supplier in North America.

Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.

Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.

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