Director, Facilities & Maintenance

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Facilities & Maintenance leads all aspects of facility operations maintenance and asset management across Bass Pro Shops and Cabelas retail locations throughout North America White River Marine Group manufacturing facilities distribution centers and corporate offices including Base Camp in Springfield Missouri.

This role ensures every property reflects the quality craftsmanship and conservation heritage that define the Bass Pro Shops family of brands. The Director will oversee a skilled facilities and maintenance team and collaborate across departments to deliver operational excellence cost efficiency and exceptional environments for Outfitters customers and manufacturing team members alike. This position is based in Springfield MO.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead the enterprise-wide facilities and maintenance function across retail manufacturing corporate and distribution operations.
• Develop strategic plans that align with company goals brand standards and long-term sustainability initiatives.
• Foster a culture of accountability teamwork and safety throughout all facilities teams.
• Partner with leaders in Retail Operations Real Estate Construction White River Marine Group Operations and Environmental Health & Safety to ensure consistent excellence across all sites.

Operations Management

• Oversee daily facilities operations for retail stores White River Marine Group manufacturing facilities Base Camp and distribution centers.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for all sites to protect assets minimize downtime and enhance operational reliability.
• Ensure each facility upholds Bass Pro Shops commitment to quality cleanliness and brand experience.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for energy efficiency sustainability and cost control.

Project Oversight

• Manage capital improvement projects remodels equipment upgrades and major repairs across all Bass Pro Shops Cabelas and White River Marine Group facilities.
• Coordinate with Corporate Real Estate and Construction on new builds expansions and remodels to maintain brand consistency and operational efficiency.
• Direct vendor and contractor relationships ensuring performance quality and safety standards are met.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure enterprise-wide compliance with OSHA EPA ADA and other applicable codes and regulations.
• Partner with Safety and Environmental teams to promote sustainable and safe operations across all retail and manufacturing environments.
• Lead facility readiness and response during emergencies such as power outages severe weather and critical system failures.

Financial Stewardship

• Manage and optimize the annual operating and capital budgets for facilities and maintenance.
• Track expenses analyze cost drivers and identify efficiency opportunities across retail manufacturing and distribution footprints.
• Prepare clear actionable reports for executive leadership detailing maintenance activities performance metrics and budget outcomes.

• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelors Degree in Facilities Management equivalent experience considered.

• Years of experience: Minimum 10 years of progressive facilities or maintenance leadership experience in multi-site multi-discipline operations (retail manufacturing or distribution preferred).

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Proven record of managing large-scale operational budgets.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC electrical plumbing mechanical and building systems.
• Familiarity with manufacturing plant operations including maintenance and regulatory compliance for production environments.
• Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills; proven ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and facilities management software (e.g. CMMS).
• Ability to travel as needed across North America and respond to urgent situations as they arise.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: (Provide travel expectations for this role)

• Ability to travel as needed within the US and Canada.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly sits and does computer work.

Occasionally walks and stands.

Seldom/Never lifts up to 50 lbs.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

Develops objectives and general policies and procedures for a specific program or functional area of responsibility within general scope of established operational goals and plans. Day-to-day work and decisions do not require direction or review by immediate supervisor. End results are reviewed by supervisor.

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise our restaurants world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race color creed religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity age national origin ancestry citizenship status disability veteran status genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
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