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Home Depot

Warehouse Operations

Montgomery, NY · On-site

... transportation logistics, managing inventory accuracy, supporting system functionality, and ... operations in alignment with company standards and safety protocols.

Home Depot

Warehouse Operations

Montgomery, NY · On-site

$20.25 - $21.75/hr

... transportation logistics, managing inventory accuracy, supporting system functionality, and ... operations in alignment with company standards and safety protocols.

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How much do operations manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for operations manager in Poughkeepsie, NY is $62,694.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $76,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What do operations managers do?

The specific tasks and duties of an operations manager depend on the type and size of the organization: small or large, for-profit, nonprofit, or governmental. In many organizations, operations managers oversee the daily operations of the company, including staffing schedules, professional development, strategic planning, and quality assurance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an operations manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Operations Manager, you need strong leadership, analytical thinking, and organizational skills, often backed by a degree in business administration or a related field. Familiarity with ERP systems, project management software, and Lean or Six Sigma certifications is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for optimizing processes, driving team performance, and ensuring operational efficiency.

What is the difference between Operations Manager vs Supply Chain Manager?

AspectOperations ManagerSupply Chain Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Business, Management, or related field; certifications like PMP or APICS are commonBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business; certifications like CSCP or CPSM are common
Work EnvironmentOversees daily operations across departments, managing staff and processes within a companyFocuses on procurement, logistics, and distribution, coordinating with suppliers and vendors
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across various industries including manufacturing, retail, and servicesPrimarily in manufacturing, retail, and logistics sectors

While both roles involve managing processes and teams, an Operations Manager oversees overall company operations, whereas a Supply Chain Manager specializes in managing the supply chain logistics and procurement processes. The roles often overlap but focus on different aspects of business efficiency.

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Infographic showing various Operations Manager job openings in Poughkeepsie, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 2% Temporary. Highlights an 98% In-person, and 2% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $62,694 per year, or $30.1 per hour.

Sr. Operations Manager - Transportation (Supply Chain/Logistics)

Penske

Hopewell Junction, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Penske Corporation rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 80 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 366 rated logistics

Job description

Position Summary: 
Provide tactical direction and leadership to staff to ensure customer requirements are met while meeting our Penske goals and objectives.  Maintain a professional approach while supporting the solution enabling achievement of all contractual obligations. Create and foster a relationship with the customer's logistics manager to facilitate operational stability.
 
Salary range - $97,800 - $132,300.  In this role, Senior Operations Managers will be bonus eligible based on their performance and location performance. 
 
This position may be specific to one customer or group of customers with similar needs.
 
Major Responsibilities:  
People:
-Ensure that all supervisors understand how their work relates to the customers' business objectives, Interview and hire all associates up to supervisor level.  Conduct exit interviews as needed, build engagement by expressing pride in the group where the goals are met and recognize and reward associates for their achievements, Develop direct reports through training and succession planning.
 
Operations:
-Interact daily with our local customer to ensure we understand existing and emerging customer needs, utilize team to identify operational improvements in areas such as route optimization, carrier selection, backhauls, trailer loading, inventory accuracy and warehouse operations, collaborate with other Penske sites to share best practices, leverage resources/assets, etc.
 
Finance:
-Develop and execute annual financial and operating plan, Manage the operation with integrity to meet or exceed the Business Plan targets, identifies issues with the operating metrics and P&L and responds accordingly, ensure customer billings and associate payroll are prepared timely and accurately, the payables and intercompany charges are valid and correct, and all other activities are accurately reflected in the P&L.
 
Safety:
-Monitor and improve accident frequency, ensure each associate understands their individual role and responsibilities, as well as the group's role and responsibilities required to achieve and maintain a safe workplace, Proactively identify and correct unsafe conditions, work processes, and behaviors, Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies and company policies and procedures.
 
Growth / Customer Experience:
-Execute a process to track and record value delivered to the customer, Identify and seize profitable business opportunities, utilize available metrics to monitor and maximize customer efficiencies and achieve cost savings.
 
Fleet/Assets:
-Monitor and improve fleet/equipment utilization and fuel efficiency, contribute to equipment specification at time of start-up and renewal, Build a strong working relationship with local PTL district and other equipment vendors.

 

Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor 


 
 
About Penske Logistics
Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and supply chain management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Qualifications:
-5+years related logistics and supply chain experience required
-At least 3 years managerial or supervisory experience required
-High School degree or equivalent required
-Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred.  Degree will be required for advancement to most positions.
-Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint required
-Strong written/oral communication and organizational skills are required

-Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job

-Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.

 
Physical Requirements:
-The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

-The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.

-While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit.  The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms.  The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.

-Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

 
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

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When you join Penske, you're joining a team that cares about doing its best. At each location, there's a strong sense of teamwork. We're all working together to move our customers forward. That's true for the 11,000+ vehicle repair associates who are working at hundreds of locations across the United States. Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P., headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a partnership of Penske Corporation, Penske Automotive Group and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. A leading global transportation services provider, Penske operates a premier fleet of vehicles and serves its customers from locations in North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Penske's product lines include full-service truck leasing, contract maintenance, commercial and consumer truck rentals, used truck sales, transportation and warehousing management and supply chain management solutions. Visit www.GoPenske.com to learn more.

Industry

Automobile dealers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bloomfield Hills, MI, US

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