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GENERAL MANAGER in Columbia

Date Posted: 11 August 2026

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Job Description

GENERAL MANAGER 

We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of a lumber yard and building materials location. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands lumber, building materials, customers, inventory, and yard operations.

 

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily lumber yard, sales, purchasing, inventory, and delivery operations.

• Lead, train, and develop branch and yard employees.

• Manage inventory levels, purchasing, and expense control.

• Oversee delivery operations and equipment/fleet maintenance.

• Manage branch P&L, budgets, sales, and profitability.

• Build strong relationships with contractors, builders, and customers.

• Drive safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement throughout the yard.

 

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a lumber yard, building materials, contractor supply, or similar environment.

• Previous supervisory or management experience.

• Strong understanding of lumber and building materials operations.

• Experience with inventory, purchasing, deliveries, and customer service.

• Working knowledge of P&L and branch profitability.

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Comfortable working both inside the branch and outside in the yard.

 

If you're ready to take the next step in your management career and lead a lumber yard operation, APPLY NOW!

Reach out directly: Nicole.Kirschbaum@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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