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What we offer Competitive salary
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care
On the job/cross training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
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What you will do The individual who fills this position will be responsible for ensuring operational excellence at all York Direct Stores in their region. This will include development and implementation of training programs, team development, performance metrics, issue resolution, and the improvement of customer experience.
This role is also accountable for auditing stores to ensure that best practices are being utilized, JCI policies are being upheld, and to certify that store wellness is maintained at a high level.
The Area Operations Managers ultimate responsibilities are to assist in increasing sales, profitability, and the overall performance of every store in their region through adherence to best Standard Operating Practices.
How will you do it Coaches Store Managers in all areas of store operations.
Discover weaknesses in all areas and develop methods for improvement.
Provide frequent training to achieve operational excellence at all levels.
Provide constant support for York Direct Stores Managers and all store employees through frequent communication and problem solving.
Create and maintain high performing flexible teams which achieve excellent results.
Audit required reports to confirm that Store Managers are reviewing as per policy.
Provide periodic updates to the Area Director regarding performance of each store, special projects, and any obstacles.
Establish annual goals for Store Managers and their direct reports.
Develop solid relationships with Store Managers and acts as a mentor to them to make certain that a constant communication channel is ascertained.
Ensures that every store is completing all assigned safety training and following safety guidelines at all times.
Visits the regions stores regularly and conducts a monthly store assessment on a variety of areas.
Heavy involvement in new store openings. Assisting in all aspects from site selection to store opening.
What we look for: Required 5 years of B2B branch/warehouse management experience.
Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office software.
Strong interpersonal, customer relationship and decision-making skills.
Effective and professional communication and organization skills.
Strong analytical skills and a positive human relations orientation.
Excellent ability to delegate responsibilities while maintaining organizational control of branch operations and customer service
Proficiency in conflict management and business negotiation processes
Ability to build consensus and relationships among managers, partners, and employees.
Preferred Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
HVAC industry experience.
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