Airport General Manager

Our Lamar office in Buffalo, New York , is now hiring an Airport General Manager. Based in Buffalo, NY , the Airport General Manager plays a key leadership role in overseeing daily airport operations, driving business performance, and ensuring an exceptionalThis person is responsible for effectiveness and efficiency of all personnel in the plant. Maintain a positive relationship with the airport district(s) and oversee and grow major client accounts. Review and approve sales contracts as well as payables. Responsible for reviewing, approving, and monitoring financial documents, i.e. BSO, A/P Distribution, etc (approve GM Checklist). Sets plant policies and provides oversight and adherence to policies.

Why Lamar? 

Lamar Advertising has been named as a “Best Company to Work For” in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking. Check out these videos to learn more about Lamar:

What’s in it for you?

• A Monday - Friday, hybrid schedule
• A comprehensive 4 week training program 
• Career advancement opportunities 
• Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential
• Multiple medical plan options and health savings account
• Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage 
• Short & long-term disability and paid parental leave
• Employee Stock purchase plan
• 401k plan with company match
• Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions 

What we’re looking for in YOU:

• Must possess good computer, excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Resourceful and creative work ethic
• Good problem solving skills
• Must be adept at developing teams of cross functional experts in different geographic locations.
• General knowledge of federal and state affirmative action and equal opportunity laws and regulations.
• Skill in speaking with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Skill in setting priorities which accurately reflect the importance of job responsibilities.
• Skill in establishing rapport, encouraging individuals on a professional basis, and listening perceptively
• Skill in mediating between parties and groups.
• Skill in working as a part of a team, collaborating with employees, and maintaining good working relationships.
• Skill in managing including organizing objectives, delegating responsibility, training, evaluating subordinate effectiveness, and administering necessary discipline.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Education or Equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license required
• 5-6 years of relevant experience, preferably in a supervisory role

A day in the life: 

• Develop and win new airport advertising opportunities
• Attend conferences, pre-proposal meetings and industry events on a regular basis
• Assist with existing LAAAC airports as needed
• Promote financial profitability and fiscal responsibility
• Provide support for any new markets and/or acquisitions as needed
• May be required to establish and grow an account list in new markets
• Responsibilities may include hiring, training and overseeing sales, administrative and operations staff
• Cultivate other governmental advertising related contracts
• Complete other duties assigned by manager in or outside area of responsibility
• Travel as needed

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The primary work environment includes shop and outdoors.
• The physical demands for this position include lifting (up to 50 pounds) more than 50% of the time, pushing, reaching, seeing (with a focus on reading, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting less than 50% of the time, standing, stooping, talking, turning, walking, and climbing.
• Nights spent traveling away from home may be extensive

Who we are:

Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world. With over 351,000 displays across the United States and Canada, Lamar is dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day.

We provide ad space through:

• Billboards
• Interstate logos
• Handpainted murals
• Transportation and airports
• The largest network of digital billboards in the United States

We live by the Golden Rule, and we operate with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business. We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve. While Lamar is a large company, each office has its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both locally and nationally.

We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use a number of innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact. We are actively working to reduce our annual greenhouse gas emissions and are projecting a 70% decrease by 2026 as a result of our efforts.

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