Regional Operations Manager

Regional Operations Manager

The Regional Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the daily operations of multiple distribution facilities within the assigned district. This role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant operations while driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and strong team performance. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a proven record in chemical distribution or manufacturing, a deep commitment to safety, and the ability to drive results through people and process.

Job Description

Safety Leadership:

• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all company safety policies, environmental regulations, and federal/state/local requirements (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DOT).
• Proactively identify and mitigate operational risks and hazards.
• Ensure all sites meet or exceed internal safety and environmental performance metrics.

Operational Excellence:

• Oversee the daily operations of multiple distribution locations, ensuring efficient product handling, storage, transportation, and customer delivery.
• Develop and implement operational strategies that improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance service qualities.
• Ensure proper inventory management, facility maintenance, and equipment reliability.
• Support capital project planning and execution.

People and Performance Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop site managers and their teams to build strong leadership pipelines and operational expertise.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and ensure alignment with company goals.

Regulatory Compliance and Quality:

• Ensure all facilities operate in full compliance with regulatory and industry standards, including chemical handling, storage, and transportation requirements.
• Maintain audit readiness and support inspections by regulatory agencies.
• Partner with EHS, Quality, and compliance teams to maintain certifications and reporting requirements.

Strategic and Financial Management:

• Develop and manage operational budgets for the area of responsibility.
• Monitor KPIs and operational performance, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing action plans.
• Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain, and Customer Service to support growth initiatives and customer satisfaction.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, or similar field.
• 5+ years of operations or plant management experience or commensurate level of education and experience.
• Experience in the chemical distribution, manufacturing, or logistics industry strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards (OSHA, DOT, EPA, HAZMAT).
• Proven leadership, communication, and people development skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety as a core operational value.
• Ability to travel within assigned region (up to 50%).
• Must be able to wear required PPE and work in chemical handling environments.
• Ability to respond to after-hours operational issues if needed.
• Motivated and task oriented.

Salary: $140,000-150,000