Operations Manager
For over 75 years, Purvis Industries has been proud to be a family-owned and operated industrial distributor. Today, the company has 101 locations in 17 states and is one of the country's most significant independent bearing and power transmission distributors. As we grow and continue to expand, our customers find that we stay true to what George Purvis told us more than 75 years ago: if you sell the best products, know the products and how to apply them and keep those products on your shelf, you can take care of your customer, and you will be successful. Let Purvis Industries show you how we practice these principles daily!
The Operations Manager is responsible for supporting the Branch manager in all areas of operations to drive growth and profit within the Branch. The following is a list of job duties for an Operations Manager. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Job Duties:- Assess local market conditions, identify current and prospective sales opportunities, and develop forecasts, financial objectives, and business plans for the branch.
- Recommend desirable changes in the policies and goals of the branch and the organization.
- Assist the Regional and Branch Manager in developing branch and organizational objectives.
- Address customer satisfaction issues promptly.
- Cooperate fully with the Credit Department in extending and enforcing credit policy.
- Achieve the profitability goals/objectives of the division/branch and organization.
- Understand overall accountability for revenue, margins, mix, and market share objectives.
- Manage and grow existing distribution accounts from an operations level.
- Analyze data for trends and develop and execute “value-added” programs.
- Assist in creating and implementing programs to drive sales and improve margins.
- Participate in operations meetings and prepare required reports.
- Work collaboratively with area suppliers, sales directors, and manufacturers’ rep organizations.
- Increase knowledge of industry and products and management and finance disciplines.
- Follow company policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Problem-solving and analytical ability.
- Motivated self-starter, comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
- Professional demeanor.
- Experience monitoring the marketplace to identify business opportunities.
- Technical expertise and knowledge of company products.
- Effective listening, communication (verbal and written), and negotiation skills.
- Strong leadership, motivation, and managerial skills.
- Judgment and decision-making ability.
- Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities.
- Team player who works productively with a wide range of people.
- Proven history of profit and loss management to maximize financial performance.
- Compliance with equal employment opportunity laws, regulations, and company policies.
- Strong project management and multi-tasking skills.
- Superior organizational skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, inventory/warehouse management, and distribution software.
- Demonstrated success in meeting branch sales goals and growing sales.
- Education: High school diploma (Bachelor's degree preferred).
- Experience: Minimum one year in a similar position (4 years preferred). Minimum three years in progressive position (4 years preferred). Product/applications experience required.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) enrollment
- Health insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- Ability to set up a Flexible Spending Account
You will be a valued member of a stable and established company. We are committed to our employee’s professional development and will provide you with ongoing training and opportunities for advancement. Purvis Industries, an Equal Opportunity Employer, promotes a drug-free workplace.
Skills Required
- Problem-solving and analytical ability
- Experience monitoring the marketplace to identify business opportunities
- Technical expertise and knowledge of company products
- Effective verbal and written communication, listening, and negotiation skills
- Strong leadership, motivation, and managerial skills
- Judgment and decision-making ability
- Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities
- Teamwork and ability to work productively with a wide range of people
- Proven history of profit and loss management to maximize financial performance
- Strong project management and multitasking skills
- Superior organizational skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, inventory or warehouse management, and distribution software
- Demonstrated success meeting branch sales goals and growing sales
- High school diploma
- Bachelor's degree
- At least one year of experience in a similar position
- At least four years of experience in a similar position
- At least three years of experience in a progressive position
- At least four years of experience in a progressive position
- Product and applications experience
What We Do
Purvis Industries is a family-owned industrial distributor supplying products and expertise to customers through specialized business units. Its portfolio spans bearings and power transmission, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, mining and conveyor systems, and general industrial supplies. The company emphasizes stocking quality products from leading manufacturers locally and helping customers select solutions suited to their products, applications, and operating challenges.
