Director of Operations

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Director of Operations

Lenexa, KS

Organization: Infinity Fasteners

Salary: based on experience

THE OPPORTUNITY

  • Are you prepared to lead multi-location operations in a fast-paced distribution environment as the company expands over the next decade?
  • Do you excel at optimizing processes and driving operational efficiencies?
  • Are you eager to be part of a dynamic leadership team, shaping the company’s strategic growth?

 

ABOUT THE COMPANY 

Infinity Fasteners, a Keller & Kalmbach company, has been a trusted industry leader since 1990. More than just a supplier of quality products, they provide exceptional customer experience, leveraging deep industry expertise and innovative solutions to help clients achieve their goals. They design customized inventory programs tailored to each customer’s unique needs, offering creative approaches in procurement, material handling, and inventory management. With ISO 9001 certification, Infinity Fasteners excels in collaboration, working closely with customers to understand their business and uphold their reputation for excellence.

 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

The Director of Operations will be responsible for providing a safe working environment, while driving productivity, quality, and efficiency in the operations. With overall operational responsibilities over 4 locations, the DOO will build trust and develop strong relationships with their team, their customers, suppliers, freight carriers and service providers. The right candidate will be positive with an attitude to accept any challenge and assist in problem solving for the organization. Working alongside the President and Sales leadership team, they will be an integral part of the growth of the organization. Infinity Fasteners will rely on the DOO to deliver their customer vision of ASK LISTEN DELIVER…  WOW!!

 

IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Demonstrated leadership in distribution, warehousing, and manufacturing, leveraging strong process improvement skills to enhance organizational efficiency
  • Full understanding of supply chain operations and the challenges with global purchasing and logistics.
  • Extensive experience overseeing facility operations, including maintenance, leases, insurance, and asset management.
  • Proven track record of fostering a culture of safety and employee engagement.
  • Background in purchasing and procurement management is highly beneficial.
  • Skilled in leading within a close-knit, family-oriented environment with long-tenured employees.
  • Detail-oriented with a keen ability to manage intricate aspects that contribute to overall success.
  • Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement certification preferred
  • Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams
  • Proficiency in ERP systems
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with evidence of strong business acumen.

 

KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES 

  • Confident with a “whatever it takes” attitude
  • Flexible, creative and passion for operations
  • Accountable and able to hold team accountable
  • Honest, understanding, reliable, caring
  • Service oriented
  • Strong listening and communication skills
  • Able to handle multiple deadlines with ease
  • Commitment to company’s values, goals and mission statement

 

THE PAYOFF 

The Director of Operations will join a dynamic leadership team committed to driving the organization’s growth. With a strong financial foundation—high profitability and no debt—Infinity Fasteners is poised for innovative expansion, creating exciting opportunities for both the company and this role.

 

OUR COMMITMENT TO CANDIDATES

Gilman Partners is committed to strengthening leadership teams and elevating talent in our communities—and that means all qualified applicants will receive consideration. You do not have to meet every qualification in this job description to apply. If you’re drawn to the position and believe your experience makes you a good fit, we encourage you to apply.