Job Description:\n\nPARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services. We focus on supplying building materials and solutions to professional home builders of all sizes including custom builders, large production builders, and multifamily builders. Our customers and community members know that they can rely on us for Legendary Service and quality products. Job title: General Manager Salary: Starting at $98k - $120k a year, depending on experience + Profit Sharing Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm Location: Bothell, Washington The General Manager is responsible for utilizing the company's FACE values, mission, and vision as guides in order to lead their employees and reach the yard's goals. This is accomplished through servant leadership and managing of the team. This position is also responsible for implementing operational strategies and objectives to ensure the yard's goals. As a manager, this position is expected to be involved in their community in some fashion, set time aside for self-improvement and always strive to be a better leader. This position directly reports to the Regional Operations Manager. The General Manager interacts daily with all yard employees (in the store and outside yard) and customers. This position interacts regularly with local sales managers, support employees (Central & Local Purchasing Department, Account Management Team, Sales Managers, Human Resources, IT Department, and the PARR Leadership Team) as well as interacting regularly with vendor representatives and industry associates. Qualifications:3 years prior supervisory/management experienceKnowledge of management principles, practices, and production methodologiesKnowledge of lumber and plywood purchasing principles, practices, and protocolsKnowledge of home and commercial construction principles, practices, and protocolsKnowledge of the effects of "market conditions" upon the wood products industryMust be able to operate personal computer, smartphone, scanner, and any other equipment necessary for the jobMust be able to type 30+ WPMProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and OutlookWillingness to commute and/or relocateAbility to identify a broad range of building product materials, their grades, allowable tolerances and application techniques Duties and Responsibilities: LeadershipSupervise and direct the workforce at the yard & within the precut areasSupports both the Truss Manager and Millwork Manager on all activities as it relates to the facility as a wholeIdentify and respond to the need for personnel changes at the yardManage day-to-day activities of employees from other departments assigned to your locationContinually evaluate and, as necessary, encourage change in the policies and procedures related to yard operationsWorks well with all departments within PARRPromotes, supports, and utilizes other divisions under PARR's umbrella for the good of the wholeSupports and follows PARR's brand standardsRecognize opportunities for improvement, turns that quickly into decisive, confident, and proactive actionDemonstrates confidence and carries self as a leader of the organizationCoaches and delegates financial reporting, striving to build business acumen with teamWhen faced with challenges, demonstrates FACE values and works through problem with a solution orientation People DevelopmentIdentify and articulate performance expectations to employeesAssist as needed in the performance evaluations of employees from other departments assigned to your locationCreate and maintain a well-rounded staff through cross-training, open communications and continuing education with yard, precut, millwork and truss employeesUtilizes the PARR University program and supports the training ecosystem, providing adequate time and space for participants regardless of business volumeCurrent with employee evaluationsFollows and utilizes the company attendance policy as a toolEnsures that all new hires complete the 90-day new hire schedule appropriately and attend new hire orientationUtilizes performance plans as a tool as needed, and utilizes DMCreates a team-driven environment, where the team is working towards a common goalUnderstands strengths/weaknesses of everyone on the team (utilize the first, work to improve the second)Understands enough of each position to teach as well as substitute when neededGives prompt and straight feedback, especially reward and recognitionHas a cross-training program that's clear to employeesEncourages team members to participate in decision making processClear about benefits and how a person could/should use themWorks with every individual to create a career plan for themselvesHas a recognition and reward program at the locationDelegates tasks effectivelyCreates trust in the team by sharing and following up, not micromanagingUses position as a manager to mentor, guide, and encourage all employees at assigned facility BusinessEnforce all company policiesAchieve yard's annual profit projectionsEnsures merchandising programs are implementedContinually update product knowledge and selling techniquesMaintain corporate guidelines and criteria for customer serviceEnsure an appropriate level of inventory is maintained at the facility to handle volume, working with both sales and purchasing teams to forecast increases or decreases in volume Trains yard team in inventory processCompletes 24-month Dead Stock write-down per company policyTrains and leads the inventory management team at the location and trains them in applicable tasks of Cycle Counting, Negative QTY research, adjustments, and SPC report managementLeads the 6-week physical inventory preparation cycle and completes the weekly checklistsCollaborates with both Central and Local Purchasing to align inventory needs with timing of available loadsIdentifies and proactively manages slow moving and dead stockPrepare, monitor and control annual budget for the yardEstablish and maintain professional relationships with customers and vendorsEnsures equipment operators are trained in all aspects of safe and efficient vehicle use, as well as properly completing daily pre/post trip inspectionsPromptly calls/emails the support teams back when they reach outWalks new hires through benefit enrollment and knows eligibility basicsWorks with HR on PINs and ReviewsHires and onboards correctly and timely with all proper processes and paperworkUnderstands and uses proper DOT requirementsFollows random drug testing protocolParticipates in the Inventory Exchange Program as an (Assistant) Visiting ManagerReports all accidents/incidents promptly using PARR standard proceduresCompletes preventative maintenance for all equipment in accordance with Fleet Manager guidelines and notifies them of issues affecting fleet safety, performance, or Customer supportEnsure vendors are providing service in-line with negotiated service-notify fleet manager if notParticipates in inventory Exchange Program as a Lead Visiting ManagerUnderstands the definition of a Resolved and an Unresolved Variance, and uses knowledge to improve resultsSpecial order report is maintained as outlined by Company policyNegative quantity report is consistently maintained in a manner that occurrences are measured in lines rather than pagesDead stock is dealt with proactively prior to the 24-month deadline in a manner that results in the highest return possible to the CompanyReview daily and monthly reports to identify and correct problems in a timely manner related to invoicing, inventory, payroll (hours of service), and sales transactionsAssist customers at point-of-sale, as neededArranges community involvement for the yard by becoming involved with organizations that focus on improving areas of the communityEstablish and maintain professional relationships with customersSells product to residential and commercial contractors as needed SafetyConduct/monitor accident investigationsTeam members always wear high visibility/proper uniformWorks with Ops Lead to review daily equipment inspection reports for all fleet equipment, and ensures necessary maintenance and repairs are completed in a timely mannerMaintains a comfortable and safe working environment for all employeesWorks with yard leaders and truss and millwork managers to proactively address safety issues and brings them to the attention of the proper departmentTeam always demonstrates consistency in following all company's safety protocolsEnsures that there are the appropriate number of First Aid and AED certified team membersEnsures safety committee meetings occur monthly, members are properly trained, and appropriate documents are uploaded to shared folderEnsures yard follows proper and timely reporting of all necessary accident and claim reportsUtilizes DashCam information as a tool to coach continuous improvement with driver teamWorks with Ops Lead to ensure maintenance and repair of all equipmentEnsure that the team keeps the facility in excellent, organized shape CommunicationPromptly respond to customer complaints and concernsPromotes a culture of new ideasKnows who to call for help and doesRegularly gives credit where credit is dueTeam uses "us" language about PARR- not "you/those guys"Sets expectations and goals, holds people accountableCommunicates to people in their environment (walks the yard and communicates there, spends time at counter, etc.)Lives the FACE valuesUpholds the 12 commitments to communication from Discover the DifferenceCreates and delivers clear and effective PINsTakes ownership of opportunities for team to improve and works to be a part of the solutionEntire team works cordially, professionally, diplomatically and with a high level of customer serviceStrives for continuous improvement, seeking out, listening and responding to input from employees and customersAllows disagreement and uses it to create discussion and consensusWilling and adept to communicate with team about ways improvement is neededAbility to think and respond quickly, positively and professionally to constantly changing circumstancesDemonstrates great listening skills and follow-up as necessaryActs as a conduit of information for information that comes from within the company.Is consistent and transparent in company communication ResultsMaintains fleet to PARR's Brand standardsMaintains facility to PARR's Brand standardsCompletes budget to actuals monthlyAchieves budgeted bottom line, consistently and demonstrably strives for financial improvementManages operating expenses closely to the approved budgetUnderstands health index and takes action to improve resultsCommunicates and shares On-Time/In-Full metrics with entire team for continuous improvementAchieves productivity per manhour budget targetsUses OT effectivelyUtilizes employee survey scores to create and maintain a consistent high level of employee engagement and improvementActive during manager meetings, giving insight and opinions and takes actions after meetings to follow company directionExhibits a strong employee retention pattern, measured by being above company average for similar locationConsistently seeks and identifies the details and processes that lead to positive changeShares knowledge and experience with team, striving for consistent financially minded behavior Physical Requirements:Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of timeAbility to work indoors in a normal office environment for an entire dayMust be able to grasp, talk, hear, and operate a computer and keyboardMust be able to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds and carry objects 50 feetMust be able to work outdoors in all weather conditionsBoth local and overnight travel may be required Direct Reports: All hourly and salaried employees who are assigned to the location. We know that without great people, we can't be a great company. Voted as one of the "Top Places to Work" by the Oregonian for 3 years in a row, we offer industry-leading benefits:Everyone starts earning 2 weeks of vacation per year on day 1, and gains an additional day every year worked up to 4 weeks offEmployee paid sick days7 holidays2 medical plan options, one with a high deductible that offers an HSA and our standard plan with a very low $1,000 deductibleDental, Vision, EAP (Employee Assistance Program)Massage, Chiropractic and Acupuncture coverageFSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pretax spending programsHSA (Health Savings Account) Up to 50% match on the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) after 1 year of employment and fully vested at the end of your 3rd yearIn addition to the 401(k) match, there a 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approvalTuition reimbursement (up to $2,500/year)Annual profit sharing (every full time employee who worked the full year earned a minimum of $525 for the 2024 year)$1,000 referral bonus PARR Promotes! We have a transparent pay structure, and love to promote from within. Our current CEO started with the company as a driver and by being open to change and a self-starter he climbed the ranks to the role he has today. There are many members of our management team who started their careers in our entry-level positions. If you're willing to work hard, there's no reason you won't earn regular merit increases and promotions. There is a LOT of opportunity - PARR is growing fast! We value our employees like family and are constantly working to provide a safe place to work for our employees. Most of our locations are not open past 5 and all our locations are closed on Sundays. Our company mission is Legendary Service through Teamwork, and we take that seriously. When you join our team, you're joining a family owned company that's been in business for 90 years, with a well-established reputation as a leader within the building material supply industry in the United States. 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