Head of Operations & Business Management

Republic Services is a proud industry partner of the Department of War SkillBridge Program and we’re ready to assist transitioning veterans find their next career! This is an excellent opportunity as you plan for your life after the military. SkillBridge permits you to use up to the last 180 days of service to train and learn with an industry partner. During SkillBridge participation, you continue to receive military compensation, and you are covered by your military benefits. Release for SkillBridge is always mission-dependent and your unit Commander must authorize participation prior to entering into any agreement with interested industry employment partners.Armed Forces ServicememberMust be within one year of your End of Active Service transition dateStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to learn and participate in a fast-paced environmentEffective task management skillsHigh level of motivationGreat attitude and desire to learn and growPOSITION SUMMARY: Within a business unit, the Operations Manager - Hauling is responsible for managing the collections activities for commercial, industrial and residential customers, as well as container delivery and pick up, in a geographically dispersed area. The position manages a team of Operations Supervisors, , Dispatchers, Operations Clerks, Drivers and Helpers who are responsible for the route system for commercial, roll-off and residential customers throughout the business unit. The Operations Manager - Hauling works with his or her General Manager, and other managers in the business unit, to execute a local market strategy that complements the Area’s overall strategic operating and marketing plans and implements tactical initiatives to drive functional excellence and budget achievement. The Operations Manager - Hauling oversees all matters related to collections operations,effective safety and accident prevention programs, compliance with standards and drives change management initiatives that contribute to the growth and durability of the business unit.Manages a staff, including hiring, training, coaching, performance management; and effective resolution of safety issues and claims.Implement and execute plans to complement the business unit’s strategic and operating plan; champion the execution of tactical initiatives within the Business Unit to maximize the customer experience, growth and durability, while optimizing profitability.Ensure maximum productivity and route management systems for commercial, roll-off and residential routes and establish productivity goals where needed; and manage labor hours and disposal expenses.Interact with customers and local, state and federal government employees to resolve customer service concerns; ensure regulatory compliance standards are met.implement and maintain and effective loss control and safety program.Lead operations to ensure compliance with all standards including environmental, operating, regulatory, safety, accounting and ethics.Approve expenses and manage budget for the operations department including approval of purchase orders and vendor pricing.Develop a best-in-class team and workplace culture and effectively manage performance and talent development; Build and maintain strong and effective relations with relevant government, community and environmental groupsQUALIFICATIONS:Demonstrated business acumen, strategic thinking and an ability to execute against formulated strategy.Creative thinker who challenges conventional solutions.Has strong leadership skills and proven judgment of talent, with an emphasis on hiring and developing high performance teams.Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.Health care and dependent care spending accounts.Short- and long-term disability.Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).Retirement plan with a generous company match.Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.