Yard Supervisor

If you have previous management experience and thrive on remaining composed while multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment, this is a great opportunity for you! The Yard Supervisor role at Carter Lumber is a hybrid of administrative work and working in the lumber yard. This is not a desk job by any means – you will play a very active and vital role in the functioning of the lumber yard!

About clumber

• Our Story Carter Lumber was founded in 1932 by W.E. Carter.
• For 90 years, we have strengthened our company by staying true to our values, which include honesty, hard work, and putting people first.
• What started as a single lumberyard in Akron, Ohio, is represented today by seven brands servicing professional builders and homeowners across thirteen states with more than 160 locations.
• Despite our growth, we are still a family-owned company.
• Our core values and our people-first culture remain the same.

Responsibilities

• Employee management, customer service and yard operations are the key components in this role.
• For employee management, you will be tasked with hiring, communicating, and disciplining.
• You will also be responsible for setting the proper example for all lumber yard employees to mirror.
• For customer service, it’s important to be willing to help customers as needed.
• This entails assisting them with the selection and loading of their materials with a friendly attitude.
• For yard operations, you will ensure that material is accurately pulled and staged for pickup and delivery.
• You will assist with dispatching by structuring the shipping of orders, including scheduling.
• You will be responsible for maintaining the inventory in the yard by conducting cycle counts and keeping the yard organized.
• You will ensure all yard policies are followed including sales, inventory, and safety.
• Finally, you will take charge of maintaining all equipment; scheduling vehicles for service and keeping up their maintenance schedules.

Requirements

• Previous supervisory experience in customer service, preferably in a lumber yard Dispatch experience is a plus Ability to direct and train others effectively Familiarity with building materials Ability to be an effective team member and leader Experience using Microsoft Office, specifically Excel Benefits (full-time employees) Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment Short and Long-Term Disability Company-paid life insurance and AD&D Optional supplemental life insurance Company-match 401(k) Vacation time and paid holidays Vendor incentives Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!