Regional Operations Manager

The Regional Operations Manager is responsible for driving operational excellence across all branches within the division. Serving as a functional leader this role works closely with branch General Managers and their operations teams to ensure consistent implementation of best practices alignment of operational processes and achievement of divisional performance targets. The Regional Operations Manager plays a key role in supporting operational efficiency safety and standardization across the division. This includes leading initiatives in continuous improvement 6S and maintenance as well as supporting capital investment strategies.

Operational Standards & Alignment
Develop implement and maintain standardized operating procedures KPIs and reporting practices
across all branches.
Provide operational guidance and functional oversight to branch operations managers through the GM
structure.
Ensure compliance with divisional policies (safety quality purchasing packaging maintenance).
Performance & Efficiency
Monitor divisional performance metrics: throughput scrap uptime on-time delivery inventory turns
and EBITDA impact.
Partner with branch GMs to identify underperformance recommend corrective actions and share
best practices.
Drive initiatives to improve labor efficiency material yield and cost per pound processed.
Capital Expenditure & Investment Strategy
Contribute to development of business cases for capital projects with ROI and payback analysis.
Support branch GMs and the VP in prioritizing and executing capital investment projects.
Provide functional oversight during equipment upgrades relocations and expansions to ensure
alignment with divisional objectives.
Continuous Improvement Lean & 6S
Champion Lean Six Sigma and 6S initiatives at the divisional level supporting branch teams in
adoption and execution.
Lead functional projects that reduce waste optimize flow and improve service reliability.
Audit and measure 6S discipline across branches to maintain safe organized and efficient
workplaces.
Maintenance & Reliability
Define divisional standards for preventive and predictive maintenance.
Track and compare equipment reliability and downtime performance across branches.
Recommend investment or process changes to improve reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
Cross-Functional Coordination
Act as a functional link between operations at branch level and shared services (HR Finance QualityCorporate Leadership).
Align capacity equipment and operational planning with divisional sales and purchasing strategies.
Support integration of new technology ERP and scheduling systems across branches.
Strategic Execution
Translate divisional strategy into clear operational frameworks and measurable objectives.
Provide operational input to divisional budget forecast and long-term planning processes.
Support due diligence and operational integration for acquisitions relocations or new product lines

Education and Experience:

• Minimum BS or BA degree in business industrial engineering distribution or related field
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in distribution/production
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in management/supervisory position
• Knowledge of industrial engineering human resources laws and regulations and employee relations skills.
• Experience managing other managers

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies:

• Problem solving.
• Business Acumen.
• Change Agent.
• Collaboration Skills.
• Communication Proficiency.
• Decision Making.
• Problem Solving/Analysis.
• Results Driven.
• IT literate Microsoft Excel PowerPoint ERP system
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Organizational skills able to handle multiple priorities and results orientated
• Knowledge of commercial and employment law applicable to position