Why Join Our Team?
At Quikrete Materials, we foster a positive and collaborative work environment where teamwork and cooperation are at the forefront. The Area Operations Manager position requires providing customers with product knowledge and pricing information for a variety of project levels. Position requires a candidate to have a pleasant and accommodating attitude, while being proactive with situations that are constantly changing.
What We Offer:
- Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of achieving your professional goals without compromising your personal life.
- Career Growth: Join an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution. This is an opportunity to propel your career forward.
- Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with customizable options that meet your needs and those of your family.
Terminal Operations Leadership Responsibilities
- Safety Culture:
Champion safe work practices by participating in safety meetings and engaging with staff on individual safety concerns and initiatives. - Operational Execution:
Ensure terminal operations are executed according to schedule, quality standards, and forecasted expenses to meet sales demands—without compromising long-term terminal performance. - Cost Optimization:
Contribute to reducing throughput costs by leading studies, tests, and implementing technical or organizational modifications that lower fixed and variable costs without sacrificing quality or equipment integrity. - Work Environment & Employee Engagement:
Foster a positive work environment that prioritizes safety, fair compensation, and professional growth through training, development, and employee engagement initiatives. - Community & Corporate Relations:
Actively support and promote community involvement and uphold a positive corporate image. - Capital Investment:
Recommend and oversee implementation of capital investments within budget, scope, and time constraints to ensure efficient terminal operations. - Strategic Business Development:
Lead the development and execution of strategies in alignment with business and marketing plans for the Logistics function. - Financial Oversight:
Responsible for managing the business unit’s budget, capital expenditures, and full P&L accountability. - Policy & Regulatory Compliance:
Establish and enforce safety and environmental policies in full compliance with DOT and regulatory requirements. - Shipping & Route Optimization:
Consult with Terminal Managers to analyze shipping data and recommend operational changes to improve route efficiency. - Technology Optimization (TMS):
Leverage the company’s Transportation Management System (TMS) to optimize outbound shipping, ensure system/data integrity, and support ongoing system development for improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness. - Performance Metrics:
Develop, implement, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics. - Dispatch Efficiency:
Oversee dispatch operations to ensure terminal efficiency and meet customer service expectations. - Talent Management:
Lead the recruiting, hiring, training, and performance management of all Terminal Managers. - Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with leadership and other departments to design and implement policies, procedures, and objectives that drive continuous improvement.
About You
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of workplaces safety, including implementing and executing safety programs and policies.
- Managing multiple locations across multiple states.
- Develop and manage operating budgets for each location
- Has knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance in industrial environments.
- Project management experience and capital projects planning and execution.
- Knowledge of supply chain logistic for truck, rail cars, and barges.
- Ability to lead employees at multiple locations in a positive manner with servant leadership principles.
- Experience with material handling, bulk powders, and silo storage
- Capable of travelling on a regular basis.
- Able to work in a high pressure environment without direct supervision.
- 5 years experience in cement industry or related field
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