Sr. Manager, Distribution Center Operations

Job Overview

The Senior DC Operations Manager will lead a group of operations and facilities managers to ensure all operational targets are met while continually adjusting and adapting to the changing job priorities.  Balancing workloads between all warehouse departments is necessary in maximizing workflow, to meet customer commitments and deadlines, establishing building goals are important.

In partnership with the building Director and peers, preparation for the multiple business cycles throughout the year is a primary responsibility.  This is a growth role allowing the Senior Operations Manager to lead the facility when the Director is not on-site. 

What You’ll Bring to Bob’s

At Bob’s Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experiences that each candidate brings. Success in this role is driven by a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, behavioral and leadership skills, and customer focus. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy leveraging your skills to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Skills for Success

To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate strengths in the following skill areas:

Core Competencies & Expertise

• This position leads to a forward vision that involves strategic planning, problem solving skills and making decisions based on data and experience

• Ability to lead day-to-day warehouse operations through a team of operations and facilities managers

• Experience driving cross-functional workflow balance and ensure execution of customer commitments

• Ability to manage departmental budgets, analyze P&L statements, and support capital planning

• Ability to work with a diversified workforce and maintain constant open communication on all policies and procedures

• High level of collaboration across departments including inventory, HR, LP, and merchandising

• Desire to promote a culture of safety and maintain high housekeeping standards

• Experience monitoring KPIs and driving performance improvements through data-driven decision making

• Ability to support business needs through flexible scheduling, including weekends/holidays

Preferred Competencies & Skills

• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Who We Are

At Bob’s, we have fun, we love what we do, and we’re growing fast! As one of the leading omni-channel furniture retailers in the country with over 200 stores, we’re committed to creating a workplace that values skills-based hiring, diverse perspectives, and an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

How We Will Support Your Success

We know you have many choices when it comes to your career. At Bob’s, we invest in your growth, well-being, and career advancement.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and your birthday!

• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a generous company match

• Pet Insurance and employer-paid Life Insurance options

• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning, and career progression pathways

• Employee Discount starting on Day 1, plus exclusive partner discounts

• And so much more!

Our Culture & Core Values

At Bob’s, we believe in fostering a positive, inclusive, and skill-driven work environment. Our core values-Honesty, Integrity, Transparency, Community, Safety, Diversity, Accountability, and Fun—guide everything we do. We’re not just a workplace; we’re a team that supports and celebrates each other!

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree – preferred

• 6+ years of senior leadership experience in a warehouse environment

• Experience maintaining budget and targeted expenses by reviewing monthly P & L, Capex Expenditures and approving invoicing; driving continuous improvement to exceed budgeted P &L metrics; raise your own bar

• Experience managing teams and people; to include performance management, fostering continuous learning, growth and development and creating succession plans to build depth on the bench

• Experience in managing staffing and hitting targeted goals, working with partners on effective recruitment strategies

• Experience in working with cross-functional teams

• Experience in working with third party labor partners and co-employment  

• Proven ability to focus on quality and accuracy – minimizing product damage

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced warehouse environment

• Must be a critical thinker who can analyze data and problem solve

• Strong communication skills including written, verbal and listening

• Ability to work under stressful conditions and adapt while making operational decisions

• Proficient in using a warehouse management system (WMS) – as well as Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

• Furniture or other big-ticket experience

• Mathematical and analytical aptitude

Physical Demands

• Required to stand and walk 80% of the time to oversee the business

Diversity is a Core Value at Bob’s

At Bob’s Discount Furniture, we want you to feel at home. Whether you’re shopping with us or a part of the Bob’s team, we want you to know that you are valued, appreciated, and free to be who you are.

We are committed to creating a place as diverse as the communities we serve.

Expected Base Pay Not Including Potential Commissions, Incentive, Bonus, etc. Opportunities:

100-130k base salary + target bonus opportunity annually

 

It is policy of Bob’s Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.

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