Office Manager

Company Overview

Mead Lumber Company is a leading provider of products for professional contractors, builders, and remodelers. With 50+ operating locations across nine Midwestern states, we are proud to be 100% employee‑owned and ranked as the 12th largest building material supplier to professional builders in the U.S. At Mead Lumber, we strive to create a team that works and succeeds together every day in an authentic, team‑oriented setting.

• Employee Ownership:
  As a 100% employee‑owned company, you will have a stake in our shared success.
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Enjoy flexible scheduling options that support your lifestyle.
• Career Growth:
  We are committed to your professional development, providing ongoing learning and advancement opportunities.

The Office Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our office and provides key administrative support for branch operations. This individual will coordinate administrative processes, support purchasing and inventory tasks, supervise office staff, and serve as a communication hub across departments. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, demonstrates strong organizational skills, and takes initiative in problem‑solving.

Pay: $60,000 - $70,000 per year depending on experience.

• Oversee daily office operations, ensuring efficiency and organization.
• Manage office supplies, vendor relationships, and inventory of office materials.
• Develop and enforce office policies and procedures.
• Coordinate scheduling of meetings, prepare agendas, and maintain filing systems.

• Assist with purchasing by maintaining records of vendor contacts, tracking orders, and monitoring vendor performance.
• Help coordinate showroom/merchandising needs, including product literature, stocking, and vendor communication.
• Work with managers to ensure accurate recordkeeping for inventory adjustments, cycle counts, and reporting.

• Provide daily work directions to office staff, ensuring clear communication of duties and expectations.
• Monitor staff performance and productivity, providing constructive feedback.
• Train and cross‑train employees on administrative processes and systems.
• Assist in the selection, onboarding, and development of office staff.
• Provide input for performance evaluations and address performance issues with manager.

• Assist in the recruitment process, including screening resumes, and coordinating interviews.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Support onboarding and training coordination for new hires.

• Process invoices and assist with expense tracking.
• Maintain accurate records to support branch reporting and audits.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external office communications.
• Facilitate information flow between departments to support branch operations.
• Provide general administrative support to managers, project teams, and yard operations.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven experience as an Office Manager, Administrative Coordinator, or in a similar supervisory role; construction industry experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with purchasing or inventory software a plus.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial recordkeeping.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, train, and develop employees.
• Ability to recommend changes to drive business objectives.
• Calm under pressure and able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced construction environment.
• High sense of urgency with a solution‑oriented approach to challenges.
• Process‑driven mindset with the ability to create structure and improve workflows.
• Professional, reliable, and punctual.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 100% Employer Paid Group Term Life, AD&D, and STD
• Additional Voluntary Life, AD&D, and LTD
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan
• Scholarship & Tuition Assistance Programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Mead Lumber Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected basis prohibited by law.