Yard Manager

Position Summary:
The primary function of the General Manager is to oversee multiple subsidiary locations. The General Manager supervises and coordinates the activities of workers engaged in loading, transferring, and operating equipment in distribution yards. This position offers full-cycle service to our customers, General Contractors, and Subcontractors in both the residential and commercial building markets. They manage and direct the overall operations strategy of the yards so that these activities result in meeting or exceeding the goals set for the yards within established GMS policy guidelines and within ethical business practices.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Meets or exceeds the profit goals for the yard.
Maximizes opportunities for improving net profit and develops ways to correct negative trends.
Maintains relationships with customers and understands their needs for maximum profit performance.
Develops new customers and follows up on sales leads.
Assists credit with overdue accounts receivables.
Sets pricing and determines appropriate pricing for yard.
Responsible for post-delivery customer audit program to improve business processes.
Responsible for overall customer satisfaction and order accuracy programs
Resolves customer complaints about service delivery and product quality.
Negotiates with vendors, orders board and materials within general company purchasing guidelines.
Responsible for maintaining appropriate inventory levels in the yard; controls shrinkage.
Processes POs and receiving papers accurately and on time.
Maintains accurate inventory records.
Oversees monthly cycle counting procedure.
Approves all credit memos and return authorizations.
Ensures that yard's staffing and equipment will meet delivery needs.
Schedules trucks and team members appropriately.
Establishes and maintains the overall operational and delivery strategies.
Overall responsibility for managing variable expenses within budgeted targets.
Maintains proper maintenance and equipment protection program.
Understands and plans for equipment depreciation.
Ensures equipment is maintained to company operating standards.
Conducts monthly meetings (1. Safety, 2. Product Knowledge, 3. General Operational Meetings).
Primary responsibility for the selection of workers and managing employee turnover.
Maintains performance logs and conducts performance reviews.
Coaches, counsels, and takes disciplinary action if appropriate.
Oversees orientation and training of new hires.
Resolves employee relations problems.
Investigates all accidents and injuries thoroughly.
Overall responsibility for yard safety, cleanliness, and injury/accident prevention.
Responsible for overseeing and enforcing safety programs and procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum of 8-10 years of related work experience in management
Strong Microsoft office skills
Demonstrated knowledge of construction industry and building materials
Demonstrated knowledge of overall distribution business

Core Competencies:

Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office and warehouse environment 50% of the time.
Will frequently move about inside the office and warehouse.
Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Constantly working in an office and warehouse environment.

Required Cognitive Skills:

Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
Must be able to multitask.
Must be able to receive and analyze information.
Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

Benefits & Perks:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
Wellness Benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
Professional Growth Opportunities
Development & Training Programs

This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.