Operations Manager

at  CocaCola Bottling Company High Country

Description:
Coca-Cola, with its many brands, has been recognized and enjoyed by people around the world for over a century. Founded in 1956, Coca-Cola Bottling Company High Country is a family owned, regional Bottler serving portions of Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming.
Every day we honor our core values of Honesty, Integrity, Trust, and Respect through encouraging our team members to develop, grow and serve. Together we become more effective and productive… in life and work.
Refresh your career and join us in refreshing the world!

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Valid driver’s license and a motor vehicle driving history that meets CCBCHC guidelines.
• Adaptability – Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Business Acumen – Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues.
• Communication – Ability to effectively, clearly and concisely communicate verbally and in writing.
• Decision Making – Display willingness to make critical decisions while following company practices.
• Delegation – Ability to delegate work, give authority to work independently, set expectations and monitor delegated activities.
• Enthusiasm – Ability to bring energy to the day to day as well as long-term tasks and plans.
• Judgment – Display willingness to make timely decisions and exhibit sound and accurate judgment.
• Leadership – Ability to inspire and motivate others to perform well; accept feedback.
• Planning & Organizing – Ability to prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently and develop realistic action plans.
• Reliability – Demonstrate regular attendance and availability to staff and management.
• Quality Management – Demonstrate commitment to improve and promote quality in all operating areas.
• Safety & Security – Promote and personally observe safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials property.
• Honesty, Trust & Respect – Must be seen as truthful and credible and exhibit respectful behavior in all actions representing the company.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Two to three years supervisory experience.
• Microsoft Office proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and Outlook.

WHAT WILL YOU DO AS A OPERATIONS MANAGER?

As a part of the Operations and Sales Center Team, the Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Warehouse, Equipment Service and Fleet areas of the Sales Center. This position makes personnel decisions regarding hiring, compensation, promotions, discipline and termination of team members in accordance with Company policies. The Operations Manager also manages inventory and provides statistical analysis identifying areas for continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report daily, weekly, monthly and annual reports to management.
• Manage inventory to minimize out of date and out of stock issues in the warehouse and in the market.
• Analyze statistical data and reports to identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Manage monthly/annual department operating budget, control expenses effectively, and provide explanation of budget variances to management.
• Oversee the product rotation within the facility.
• Conduct Product Age Studies in the market served by the Sales Center
• Ensures the warehouse is laid out for maximum efficiency.
• Oversees all the incoming and outgoing trucking activities.
• Provide training and supervisory direction for forklift operators and warehouse personnel.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the warehouse which results in a clean and neat working environment that ensures safety and projects a positive image for a food manufacturing plant
• Preserve physical appearance of company grounds.
• Oversees the day to day activities of the Equipment Service team.
• Responsible for fleet maintenance and for ensuring all truck checks are completed in accordance with regulations.
• Work with leadership team to continuously foster a positive work environment, develop employees and establish the organization as a premier employer.
• Conform with, abide by, and re-enforce all regulations, policies, work procedures, and processes.
• Work with the administrative department located in the Black Hills.
• Coordinate with the other managers in the sales center to ensure the sales center performs efficiently, effectively, and financially.
• Responsible for the safety of employees supervised, the protection of machinery or other property of the sales center, and the prevention of widespread breakdown in overall operations.
• Keep up-to-date on information and technology affecting functional area(s) to increase innovation and ensure compliance.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with management team to ensure appropriate handling of personnel matters including hiring for open positions, evaluating performance, and taking appropriate actions in the event of under-performance.
• Provide strategic leadership and build capability through coaching and development on the company’s overall business model, goals and objectives.
• Include management staff in planning, decision-making, and process improvement.
• Identify and mitigate potential personnel risks.
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