Operations Manager leading a high performing, engaged team to deliver service excellence and profitable sales growth at Grainger Canada.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Market Manager, the Operations Manager, ICS will work at the Customer Facility providing day-to-day strategic leadership in building a high performing, engaged team who delivers service excellence, profitable sales growth, continuous improvement, to support Grainger Canada’s customer, and the contractors on site.
Demonstrates, excels and leads front line team members in their understanding and commitment to the Grainger Principles.
Supervise and lead the frontline SSR’s in day-to-day operations to drive an exceptional customer experience
Supervise and manage team, including recruiting, training, motivating, and conducting the performance excellence program
Work with the SSR team with the preparation of customer quotes, contracts, and advise on pricing strategies
Monitor team member productivity and motivate team to reach company goals and objectives
Ensure compliance to the EHS plans and policies at site
Ensure Team Member training is completed as per customer and Grainger requirements
Ensure incidents are reported as per the customer onsite process
Ensure team members are abiding by the best practices including housekeeping practices, inspections, completing FLHA’s - supervisors/managers are reviewing and signing off on the FLHA’s
Ensure Life Saving Rules are communicated to all team members
Ensure compliance of workforce with provincial regulations, codes and approved Grainger Canada operating practices.
Monitor productivity to ensure team members are achieving operational KPI’s
Participate in cadence of virtual and in-person meetings with customer business units to manage overall performance of the program
Work directly with customer on requirements within respective area
Engage Market and Program Manager for support on larger initiatives with customer
Work with GCAN Manufacturer Partners to coordinate tool crib visits
Implement KeepStock solutions and provide ongoing support for customers and SSRs
Support Branch Manager in leading the 5S process to clean and optimize the branch.
Requirements
Completion of post-secondary education, preferably in business management or equivalent work experience
Knowledge of industrial and/or safety products is preferred
Proven experience of effective coaching, team building, recruitment, training and development of a team, coupled with a hands-on management approach
Strong leadership qualities with good communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
Proven skills in time management and ability to priorities tasks within a fast-paced environment
Proficient computer skills and aptitude
Understanding of local customer and market dynamics and requirements would be considered an asset
This role may require you to attend customers’ sites and adhere to safety requirements in accordance with applicable health and safety legislation, as it relates to wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) on certain customer sites.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and up to 12 company holidays per year (dependent on home province)
Life insurance coverage, including spousal and dependent life insurance.
Employee Family Assistance Program to help team members with physical, emotional, mental, financial and other concerns
Registered Retirement Savings Plan & Defined Contribution Pension Plan to help you save for your financial future
Educational & Professional Membership Fee Assistance program
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