Regional Operations Manager

Regional Operations Manager

Looking for a career opportunity with a progressive, stable, and environmentally conscious company? Do you value a great company culture and upward mobility? Then look no further!

Family owned and operated regional service company successfully serving customers since 1934 has an opening for a Regional Operations Manager. This position is responsible for the overall leadership of multiple facilities within a specific region and plays a critical role in our corporate team environment. This position will be responsible for the overall management of the salaried and hourly workforce of the multiple processing Plants and Service Centers within their region and will include inventory control, processing, distribution, equipment maintenance and building maintenance, sales, service, billing and collection. The position will report to the President of the company. The Regional Operations Manager will be the business process owner responsible for strategic and tactical management of all plant, sales and service functions. The ideal candidate will consistently contribute to overall excellence that will meet or exceed customer and team objectives. This position has a critical role in our corporate team environment. The expectations will be to consistently strive and contribute to overall excellence that will meet or exceed corporate objectives. Direct oversight of management staff, supervision and support staff will be the main responsibility of this individual. The primary responsibilities will include:

Management of Plant & Staff Positions

• Training and mentoring of Management and Supervisory personnel.
• Coordinate and ensure all corporate training and procedure guidelines are being met for all associates
• Manage multi-functional areas including Production, Engineering, Office Administration, Sales, Route Deliver Drivers, Operations Mangers, and up to one hundred associates.

Responsible for all company assets including:

• Building, equipment, fleet, inventory, and parts
• Accounts receivable, monitoring and collection
• Building and grounds maintenance
• Vehicle maintenance
• Quality manager and quality control

Strategic and tactical implementation:

• Assist in the development and implementation of supply chain strategies that tightly connect for company to its vendor and customer base
• Assign management to specific duties that best utilize their experience and maximize production
• Establish operational procedures for verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials, and keeping accurate warehouse inventories, including utilization of designated computer systems if applicable.
• Efficiencies of production develop production schedules to utilize equipment and employees most effectively.
• Purchasing & price negotiation

Coordinate flow of product and information to both internal & external customers:

• Work closely with Distribution Centers, Sales department, vendors, and customers to provide uninterrruped flow of product to our customers.
• Communications to the Senior Vice President, President, Corporate Office, support staff and sister companies.
• Monthly Production/Engineering, and Safety Committee Meetings as well as weekly & monthly report review, completion of same.

Competencies:

Formal education preferred

• A Four-year degree or 8 years of experience as a facility operating manager

Strong Management skills necessary

• Formal training on how to manage and lead by example.
• Conflict resolution and training are key components for this position
• Good common sense
• Budgeting
• P&L responsibility, evaluations & presentations
• Goal setting, delegate and follow-up
• Operating multiple business units

Strong technical skills

• A thorough understanding of a products environment
• Knowledge of product and equipment
• Microsoft Office applications Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint
• General understanding of the internet's emerging role in internal and external communication
• Background in operations including external distribution

Strong Communication Skills

• Must be comfortable communicating with all levels of management
• Must be a self-starter who is good at identifying and leveraging opportunities as they arise
• Must have a positive attitude and excellent telephone skills

Behavioral: (must consistently demonstrate the following behavioral attributes)

Focus on Profitability

• Exercises good fiscal judgement
• Seek ways to improve processes to increase profits
• Acts to protect company assets

Commitment

• Keeps commitments
• Recognizes the issues, focuses on optimal results
• Makes a commitment to the success of the team, department, and company

Teamwork

• Respects & supports team members, manages conflicts effectively
• Supports decisions, puts what is best for Company above personal agenda
• Creative and action oriented in solving problems and improving processes

Communication

• Listens and allows for a free exchange of ideas
• Creates an environment of trust by giving and receiving honest communication
• Communicates in an open, considerate manner with associates, managers, hubs, customers, and vendors

Other Requirements

• Valid driver's license, with good driving record
• Must be able to pass drug screen whenever required
• Must be willing to relocate
• High level of Energy
• Have fun and enjoy what you do

General Benefits

• Excellent salary
• Company car
• 401k with generous company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Paid Vacations
• Bonus/profit share opportunities
• Cell Phone

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Buckeye Linen Service, Inc. is a linen rental supply and commercial laundry company. Our business provides linen, textile, and hygiene services to the hospitality, first class lodging, healthcare, and small business customers. Our company is dedicated to resource conservation and social responsibility. Part of the quality service we offer our customers is the knowledge that we are helping them achieve their business goals while reducing their impact on the environment.

Buckeye Linen Service, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.