Freight Operations Manager Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Celebrating 25 years as a leading global provider of office supplies and services, Office Depot provides business solutions to millions of customers around the globe. For the local corner store as well as Fortune 500 companies, Office Depot provides supplies and services to its customers through 2,000+ worldwide retail stores, a dedicated sales force, top-rated catalogs and global e-commerce operations. Office Depot has annual sales of approximately $17 billion, and employs about 66,000 associates around the world. The Company provides more office supplies and services to more customers in more countries than any other company, and currently sells to customers directly or through affiliates in 61 countries.

Supporting the business world is a challenging job. True solutions require much more than pushing a button - which is why at Office Depot, we depend on each other. With a job here, you'll experience a fast-paced culture of accountability and professionalism enriched with opportunities, respect, and a bit of fun. We're a company that genuinely cares about our people's success, which is why you'll find all the tools to support your potential in a career at Office Depot. Learn more about a job with Office Depot today!

The Operations Manager is responsible for freight and logistics activities within the store. This person will partner with the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager to provide guidance to Logistics associates by facilitating some training; providing positive and constructive feedback, and the appropriate level of coaching required from a Lead. In partnership with the management team, S/he will also maintain loss prevention compliance, store visual and merchandising standards. The Operations Manager, will also play a Leader on Duty role and proactively engage with customers to exceed their needs and work to generate revenue by driving a sales culture.
The Operations Manager, will also be a 'Key Carrier', and while functioning in this role, will be considered the Leader on Duty. 

Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent experience, Bachelor's degree preferred
Other Information: Minimum two years of experience in retail, supervisory experience in a sales driven customer oriented environment.
Previous knowledge of safety regulations
Experience with Logistics and Freight
Advanced selling skills
Must be able to effectively lead and coach others in a professional environment
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to plan, prioritize and execute detailed instructions in a timely and efficient manner
Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to work independently, as well as with others
Must be adaptable to a changing environment and able to consistently achieve goals despite stress and ambiguity
Must possess the ability to use technology applicable to role, and to access information necessary to complete daily responsibilities
Must possess ability to process information/merchandise through POS register system
Knowledge of POS, and Work Force Management Systems
Positive and Engaging
Action Oriented
Integrity & Trust
Demonstrate passion for the brand, products, services and solutions offered to our customers
Coaches, Trains / Motivates, Conflict Management, Problem Solving, Collaboration / Team Spirit, Accountable, Drives for Results, Business Acumen, Decision Quality, Time Management
Pay, Benefits and Work Schedule:
Office Depot offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Office Depot is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay, Benefits and Work Schedule: 

Office Depot offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits packages, which includes a 401(k) and more, best-In-class office products & services, as well as comprehensive development programs. We are an innovative, high-performance company.
Working in our stores provides you with unlimited possibilities to start or expand your career.
Equal Employment Opportunity: 

Office Depot is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, veteran's status, disability, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.