Summary Job title: Operations Specialist Job ID: 202541570009 Department: Lincoln - RES Location: NE-Lincoln Description Summary: Someone who would thrive in this role sees the “big picture”, loves to solve problems, enjoys analyzing data to improve operational efficiency, has a knack for process improvement, and works great with a team as well as independently. The ideal candidate possesses outstanding communication skills, the desire for a career that makes a difference for the people around them, and thrives in a fast paced, multi-faceted industry. Reports to: Profit Center Manager Minimum Qualifications: + Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent relevant experience + Strong attention to detail and time management + Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English Preferred Qualifications: + Must be personally driven and self-motivated. Should display initiative and perseverance. + Must have stellar multitasking and prioritizing ability, as well as a strong sense of urgency. + Must be organized and have a system for note taking and recollection of information. + Possess strong problem-solving skills and be creative in your thinking. + Must have the humility to admit when you need help and ask for assistance. + Teamwork + Detail-oriented + Flexibility Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment and various warehouse locations and conditions. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds. Supervisory Responsibilities: No Essential Job Functions: One of our competitive advantages is being able to make operational decisions at a local level. The goal is to use our operational excellence as a competitive advantage in the market. We need your help in the following + Systemizing processes and decisions that can be systemized + Inventory management and purchasing + Analyze financial data in order to implement changes to improve profitability + Maintaining price matrices + Develop vendor relationships and manage vendors in our best interest. + Processing, verifying and reconciling vendor invoices + Special projects and other responsibilities as assigned CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran Compensation Range: The compensation range for this position is $20 to $25 hourly. Other Compensation: The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position: + Bonus + Profit Sharing Benefits: Benefits available for this position are: + Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions + Insurance - Medical only for part-time positions, 30+ hours/week + Disability Insurance + Life Insurance + 401(k) + Paid Sick Leave + Paid Holidays + Paid Vacation + Health Savings Account (HSA) and matching + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) + Teledoc + Paid Pregnancy & New Parent Leave