Outbound PM Operations Manager - Auburn

There’s a Place for You at North Coast

A career at North Coast is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. North Coast offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate throughout Oregon, Montana, Alaska, Washington and we are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. North Coast we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

What You Will Do:

• Plan and Manage the efficient receipt, storage, order fulfillment and loading of inventory through vigilant focus on KPI’s, Quality and Service goals, utilizing forecasting methodologies and tools. This position is a PM focused role.

• Responsible to ensure shift requirements and SLA’s are met and maintained.

• Implement Lean methodology and use the principals to lead continuous improvement with teams.

• Recruit, hire, train and develop Distribution and associates; ensure coverage planning for staffing requirements and resource allocations.

• Provide leadership and motivation for up to 6 direct report managers and supervisors. Communicate effectively with associates and create an open communication style that fosters a collaborative work environment.

• Conduct associate performance reviews, ongoing performance discussions, and salary review recommendations. Monitor, observe and record productivity, quality and utilization for assigned area.

• Administer training, qualification, safety programs and ensure regulatory compliance.

• Communicate and administer policies and procedures in assigned area.

• Ensure that the physical condition of the work areas are conducive to a healthy and safe working environment.

• The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

What You Will Bring:

• Three or more years of experience in a production, logistics, transportation, or business-to-business distribution facility

• 7 to 10 years of managerial or leadership development experience preferred

• Leadership role in Distribution, or Operations preferred

• Green Belt certifications in 5s or Lean Six Sigma preferred

• Microsoft Office

• Strong communication and leadership skills, strong knowledge of warehouse and/or transportation operations and procedures, proven decision-making capabilities, ability to manage and motivate employees.

• Knowledge of Warehouse/Transportation operations, Warehouse/Transportation Management Systems, Inventory Control processes and / or logistics preferred.

• Cloud based systems and other ad hoc reporting

• Self-motivated, team player

• Ability to set and manage expectations; observe and monitor work progress

• Lead through change and deliver critical coaching and feedback on associate performance

• Flexibility to meet the needs of the business

• Financial literacy - ability to forecast business and adjust to business conditions.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• Business, Engineering, Distribution Management preferred

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Lifting and pulling of heavy objects (Up to 50lbs)

• Mix of warehouse and office work environments

• Frequent computer, phone, and scanner usage

• Monday through Friday, usual work week however based on business needs evenings and weekend hours may occasionally be required

• Requires punctual and reliable on-site attendance

Salary & Compensation:

• This position is an exempt position and not subject to overtime.
• Pay is $89,400 to $114,00 annually, DOE.

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Learn More About Us

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we’re “Powering Progress for Future Generations.” https://www.facebook.com/ncelectric https://www.linkedin.com/company/north-coast-electric  https://twitter.com/ncelec https://www.youtube.com/northcoastelectric

Learn more at https://www.northcoast.com/about

North Coast is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law. 

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email recruiting@sonepar-us.com.

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