Manager , Operations

When it comes to baking, Bake Mark has its own secret ingredient: a team of passionate talented employees. For over 100 years, Bake Mark has stood for excellence in quality and service, for our customers, our stakeholders and our colleagues. We attribute our success to our colleagues and their contributions towards meeting the needs of our customers and stakeholders. We shall share our values and ways of working.

We are passionate about the baking industry. We excel at creating strong partnerships within the company and with our loyal customers. We love to innovate and thrive to manufacture and deliver performing bakery products and world-class customer service.

With over 100 years of service to the baking industry, Bake Mark is recognized as an industry leader and trusted partner for quality bakery ingredients, products, supplies and service. Bake Mark is a manufacturer and distributor with 23 branches conveniently-located across the U.S.

At Bake Mark we appreciate our employees and their families and offer a competitive pay and a full suite of benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance (Comprehensive healthcare benefits package, with many coverage options at a very low employee cost)
• 401K (generous retirement benefits) with a Company Match
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

SUMMARY: Directs and coordinates activities of warehouse and transportation operations to obtain optimum use of equipment, facilities, and personnel by performing the following duties personally or through associates.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs all warehouse and transportation operations, closely interacting with department associates.
• Reviews results of warehouse and transportation operations, compares them to budget. Works Branch General Manager, to take corrective actions to achieve results.
• Responsible to review sales levels in order to determine allocation and assignment of associates for warehouse and distribution departments. Manages and prioritizes, projects, and schedules.
• Reviews and analyses weekly and period reports. Makes recommendations or takes actions to achieve desired results.
• Responsible for all areas of inventory control and implementing Bake Mark Best Practices.
• Responsible for sanitation and physical condition of warehouse, material handling equipment, and rolling stock. Schedules and supervises all repairs as needed, to include review of bids, and subsequent service agreements. Recommends capital expenditures for acquisition of new equipment to increase efficiency and services of operations department.
• Responsible for the safety of departmental associates and visitors. Directs investigations of all accidents, and recommends corrective actions. Follows up to ensure that appropriate corrective actions are taken.
• Ensures compliance with warehouse and transportation related administrative policies, procedures, safety rules, and governmental regulations.
• Directs salvage of products identified as damaged or spoiled.
• Directs investigations into causes of customer or shipper complaints and responds accordingly. Follows up on ALL customer requests and inquiries to ensure appropriate response is made and customer is satisfied.
• Works closely with union representatives at bargaining unit Branches. Serves as first point of contact for union communication and grievances.
• Treats all customers (both internal and external) with respect, courtesy, and kindness.
• Upholds and complies with policies and attitudes adopted by the company.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and safety rules as stated in the Employee Handbook and otherwise posted or communicated.
• Other duties may be assigned to meet Company goals.
• Clear reporting on the period GM report is a key requirement, with clear actions for deficiencies as well as opportunities. The report should prompt an open discussion of all other issues as well as responsible reporting on the period report. A clear insight into the working of the branch and the company should be the outcome.

Manages all Warehouse and Transportation associates through subordinate supervisors or direct interaction. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies, union contracts and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or…