Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide.
As part of the GMS family of companies, Colonial Materials has more than 10 conveniently located yards throughout North Carolina and South Carolina. Many of our team members have worked at Colonial Materials for over 10 years, including several who started their careers in delivery and warehouse positions and later advanced into management. This is a testament to the great culture and work environment that Colonial Materials provides.
For more information about our family of companies, please visit gms.com or colonialmaterials.com.
Position Summary:
The primary function of the Field Operations Supervisor is to plan, coordinate and manage the daily activities led by the operations department. The Operations Supervisor must successfully adhere to the organization’s levels of service and values while maintaining open and clear lines of communication with customers.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Understand the financial operations of volume-buy and selling, profit margins, and P & L statements.
• Identify and coordinate daily activities of all team members; inspire your team to achieve desired results in productivity, teamwork, safety, quality, and job knowledge.
• Ensure performance plans are set, maintained, and continuously improved; generate creative solutions to identify improvements in processes.
• Monitor delivery of materials from other yards to coordinate with agreed upon “Drop Dead” time.
• Oversee that all delivery and warehouse personnel adhere to OSHA and GMS policies while working in the warehouse and at the jobsite.
• Perform weekly and monthly GMS management safety reviews.
• Oversee the cleanliness and maintenance of warehouse and yard areas.
• Maintain level of service requirements throughout the process.
• Resolves customer complaints about service delivery and product quality.
• Prepares yard’s annual budget and operating objectives.
• Responsible for yard security.
• Ensures trucks and team members are scheduled appropriately.
• Direct, oversee, and evaluate Infrastructure strategic planning, goals, objectives, and operating procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience
• Strong Microsoft office skills
• Ability to work in a fast pace, ever changing environment and make quick decisions
• Knowledge of building materials and experience in the construction industry is preferred

Core Competencies:

• Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
• Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by puttingthe needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
• Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment 50% of the time.
• Will frequently move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office and warehouse environment.

Required Cognitive Skills:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive and analyze information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Wellness Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Development & Training Programs

This job description is subject to change at any time.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.