Position Summary
The primary function of the Operations Trainee is to be responsible for learning all functional areas necessary to operate and manage a given branch. These functional areas will range from purchasing and inventory to basic accounting and billing, office administrative duties, and general maintenance.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for assuring that there is a system in place that all staff members understand to properly handle customer phone calls

• Manage receptionist’s schedule, assuring proper back-up personnel is available when necessary

• Responsible for arranging the repairs and maintenance of all fax and copier equipment

• Maintain proper toner and paper for fax and copier equipment

• Responsible for a system that strategically installs fax machines where needed and ensures the correct person receives every fax in a timely fashion

• Learn the customer invoicing process and oversee company adherence to invoicing procedures

• Responsible for training and managing personnel on daily duties related to mailing customer invoices

• Learn and enforce the CBSI policy of “Daily Management Review of Invoicing”

• Review the invoice register daily and keep it up to date and free of old items

• Maintain the “Branch Cash Account” by ensuring no invoices are older than three days

• Understand the payment process for all non-material bills such as utilities and general supplies

• Maintain an up-to-date file or log of all paid non-material bills for quick reference

• Responsible for daily cash drawer close-out and balancing

• Maintain the general appearance of the office, store, and bathroom areas, including hiring and training a cleaning service

• Oversee general repairs and maintenance of the office, store, and bathroom areas, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree preferred

• Minimum of three years of related work experience

• Strong Microsoft Office skills

Core Competencies

• Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity

• Embody the principles of servant leadership by putting the needs of others first and valuing diverse perspectives

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; lead, execute, and delegate as needed

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization

• Invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members

• Champion an inclusive working environment by empowering and valuing all team members

• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results

• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing, with coworkers and customers

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment approximately 70% of the time

• Will occasionally move about inside the office to access files and office machinery

• Must be able to operate basic office machinery

• Must be able to communicate with team members and management and exchange accurate information

Required Cognitive Skills

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks

• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects

• Must be able to multitask

• Must be able to receive and analyze information

• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur

• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgment

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

Job Location:

Commonwealth Building Materials, Inc. - Norfolk

            

401 Naval Base Road Norfolk, VA 23505

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As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.

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All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs

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