*summary/objective*
*the operations manager oversees organizational processes and operations to ensure productivity and quality, improving efficiency and managing quality standards.*
*essential functions*
- ensure all operations are carried on in an appropriate, cost-effective way
- improve operational management systems, processes and best-practices
- plan inventory and oversee warehouse efficiency
- work closely with management team to set and/or implement policies, procedures, and systems and to follow through with implementation.
- monitor inventory levels of products or materials in warehouses to manage space
- communicate all operating policies and/or issues at department meetings
- formulate strategic and operational objectives
- perform quality controls and monitor production kpis
- run a safe, injury/accident free workplace
- recruit, train and supervise staff
*competencies*
- proven work experience as an operations manager or similar role
- knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management
- experience budgeting and forecasting
- familiarity with business and financial principles
- excellent communication skills
- leadership ability
- outstanding organizational skills
*preferred education and experience*
- bachelors or associate degree in business administration or relevant field.
- advanced level of english
- +3 years of experience in similar position
- some travel will be required
- prior experience with inventory systems, gp software (great plains)