HybridHybrid work in Cookeville; role requires frequent travel to assigned locations, potentially with extended stays.
Operations & Logistics
About the job
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience is considered.
At least two years of experience in a supervisory, retail, industrial distribution, or operations role is preferred.
Demonstrated leadership potential and willingness to relocate or travel extensively.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to adapt quickly to new environments, teams, and processes.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard business software.
Ability to travel extensively, including overnight and extended stays.
Ability to work in warehouse or branch environments as needed.
Responsibilities
Rotate through assigned branch locations to learn day-to-day operations, including inventory management, customer service, sales processes, and safety compliance.
Provide temporary leadership coverage at locations experiencing manager vacancies, leaves of absence, or seasonal volume increases.
Support new location openings, including staffing, training, and operational setup.
Partner with location staff to maintain productivity and service standards during transition periods.
Learn and apply company policies, procedures, and best practices consistently across locations.
Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of branch-level employees.
Monitor and help manage branch profit and loss, budgets, and inventory controls under the guidance of senior management.
Build relationships with customers, vendors, and local teams at each rotation site.
Complete structured training milestones and check-ins with a designated mentor or supervisor throughout the rotational period.
Travel to assigned locations as needed, which may include extended stays.
Desired Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred.
At least two years of experience in a supervisory, retail, industrial distribution, or operations role is preferred.
Job Description:
The Rotational Manager is a developmental leadership role designed to prepare high-potential associates for permanent branch or location manager positions within PSS Cross Country. This role provides hands-on exposure to multiple locations, business units, and operational environments through structured rotations, with the goal of building the operational, sales, and people-management skills required to lead a location independently. The Rotational Manager travels regularly to support locations with staffing gaps, seasonal demand, new location openings, or leadership transitions, while actively training toward a permanent management assignment.
Key Responsibilities
Rotate through assigned branch locations to learn day-to-day operations, including inventory management, customer service, sales processes, and safety compliance
Provide temporary leadership coverage at locations experiencing manager vacancies, leaves of absence, or seasonal volume increases
Support new location openings, including staffing, training, and operational setup
Partner with location staff to maintain productivity and service standards during transition periods
Learn and apply company policies, procedures, and best practices consistently across locations
Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of branch-level employees
Monitor and help manage branch P&L, budgets, and inventory controls under the guidance of senior management
Build relationships with customers, vendors, and local teams at each rotation site
Complete structured training milestones and check-ins with a designated mentor or supervisor throughout the rotational period
Travel to assigned locations as needed, which may include extended stays
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
2+ years of experience in a supervisory, retail, industrial distribution, or operations role preferred
Demonstrated leadership potential and willingness to relocate/travel extensively
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to adapt quickly to new environments, teams, and processes
Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard business software
Physical Requirements
Ability to travel extensively, including overnight and extended stays
Ability to work in warehouse/branch environments as needed
What We Offer
Structured path to a permanent Branch/Location Manager role
Exposure to multiple business units and leadership styles
Company Statement:
PSS Industrial provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.