Area operations manager job description
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Area operations manager requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in area operations manager job postings.
Sample area operations manager requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in operations management.
- Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
- Experience in leading and managing teams.
- Familiarity with relevant software and systems.
Sample required area operations manager soft skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Area operations manager job description example 1
Flatirons area operations manager job description
As an Area Manager in the Southern California market, you will be responsible for the safe coordination and planning of multiple projects to achieve the best economic and schedule results; typically overseeing multiple projects within the region.
Supports and oversees multiple project plans and project productions within a single region in one state.
Provides technical expertise to project bids by working closely with estimating, engineers, project managers and bid review committees.
Enforces Company and project safety plans at all project sites to ensure Company and sub-contractor safety compliance.
Reviews proposed project designs to ensure plan is in compliance with contract cost estimate, production goals and quality adherence, within schedule.
Coordinates with Human Resources to ensure all projects have accurate personnel assigned and recruiting efforts are assigned to upcoming project needs.
Perform additional assignments per management's direction. Reviews and ensures project costs and coded accurately for accurate financial reporting. Identifies and implements trainings and corrective action, if needed. Provides technical guidance and resources to the project management team to ensure projects progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget. Reviews weekly and monthly project status reports and evaluate that schedules or plans will meet project goals. Evaluates project activities to determine compliance with government regulatory agencies and coordinate with agencies for permitting regulations. Assists project managers with Owner relations, presentations and change order requests, as needed. Manages and provides oversight to insurance issues, as needed. Participates in the selection and contract execution with subcontractors and suppliers. Oversees and/or audits project cost controls, budgets, invoicing, estimates and project forecasting and provide input to Executive management related to project operations and status. Maintains knowledge of Company values and strategic plan. Support published corporate policies.
15+ years' experience in heavy civil construction required. 10+ years' experience managing construction teams required. Bachelor's Degree a plus. Managing heavy civil/highway projects, construction, business and financial risk management experience Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification preferred. Valid Driver's License. Expert knowledge of complex construction means and methods. Proven knowledge and ability to manage claims process and negotiate with Owner regarding project issues. Proven skill and ability to lead multiple teams from different functions towards a common goal. Strong conflict management skills. Strong, proven leadership skills. Ability to identify top talent and implement growth opportunities and trainings to mentor and build internal team.
Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:
Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Program
We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.
Supports and oversees multiple project plans and project productions within a single region in one state.
Provides technical expertise to project bids by working closely with estimating, engineers, project managers and bid review committees.
Enforces Company and project safety plans at all project sites to ensure Company and sub-contractor safety compliance.
Reviews proposed project designs to ensure plan is in compliance with contract cost estimate, production goals and quality adherence, within schedule.
Coordinates with Human Resources to ensure all projects have accurate personnel assigned and recruiting efforts are assigned to upcoming project needs.
Perform additional assignments per management's direction. Reviews and ensures project costs and coded accurately for accurate financial reporting. Identifies and implements trainings and corrective action, if needed. Provides technical guidance and resources to the project management team to ensure projects progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget. Reviews weekly and monthly project status reports and evaluate that schedules or plans will meet project goals. Evaluates project activities to determine compliance with government regulatory agencies and coordinate with agencies for permitting regulations. Assists project managers with Owner relations, presentations and change order requests, as needed. Manages and provides oversight to insurance issues, as needed. Participates in the selection and contract execution with subcontractors and suppliers. Oversees and/or audits project cost controls, budgets, invoicing, estimates and project forecasting and provide input to Executive management related to project operations and status. Maintains knowledge of Company values and strategic plan. Support published corporate policies.
15+ years' experience in heavy civil construction required. 10+ years' experience managing construction teams required. Bachelor's Degree a plus. Managing heavy civil/highway projects, construction, business and financial risk management experience Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification preferred. Valid Driver's License. Expert knowledge of complex construction means and methods. Proven knowledge and ability to manage claims process and negotiate with Owner regarding project issues. Proven skill and ability to lead multiple teams from different functions towards a common goal. Strong conflict management skills. Strong, proven leadership skills. Ability to identify top talent and implement growth opportunities and trainings to mentor and build internal team.
Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:
Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Program
We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.
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Area operations manager job description example 2
US Foods area operations manager job description
ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE.
Join Our Community of Food People!
BASIC PURPOSE
Blended Role-(Combination of Onsite and Remote)
Can be located in Albuquerque , NM or Lubbock, TX
Support and execute the implementation of US Foods division category strategy across the defined Area. Execute recommended assortment changes and support positive local vendor relationships for all DCs within the defined Area. Support Area and DC sales staff with product assortment updates, informational inquiries and delivery of merchandising goals for all DCs within that Area. Support all local customer requirements within the defined Area keeping in line with the national strategies coming from the Center.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop implementation plan for operational strategy customized for multiple Distribution Centers. Ensure implementation is in alignment with overall US Foods category strategy and goals, as defined by Region & Area. Effectively work Sourcing Team to execute the National, Regional and Market initiatives to grow cases and increase profitability. Responsible to report weekly and monthly on key metrics that impact the financial performance of the Area. Responsible for Area product assortment. Review assortment and gauge product penetration, noting slow or dead SKUs. Request exception SKUs, determine DWOs, and create conversion plans. Ensure Area product assortment is in alignment with US Foods category strategy and work to reduce SKU duplication. Responsible for gathering local market data (including trends) through feedback and intelligence from culinary team, sales staff, specialists, and vendor partners. Report new product opportunities and provide data on competitors. Align Rosemont pricing recommendations and market intelligence with Area strategy in partnership with Area Pricing manager. Facilitate product training and new product introductions, with DSS, ASM, Specialists and sales staff. Ensure product/brand message is in alignment with overall USF strategy. Work closely with the ASM, Specialist, and culinary team, conducting planning meetings to identify accounts and categories and their potential opportunities. Work with sellers and specialists to develop customer programs. Support and facilitate all FSQA inquiries for the assigned Area through appropriate procedures and work closely with the Region team on any national or regional vendor issues. Support major Area-specific account bids through thorough analysis, coordinate customer on-boarding, and keep sales staff informed of ongoing category strategy.
QUALIFICATIONS Education/Training:
Four-year college degree in business or related field, or equivalent field experience required.
Related Experience:
Minimum 7 years category management experience required, with some project management experience preferred, ideally this experience will derive from the food service or food manufacturing industries.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must possess the ability to operate successfully within a matrix organization, working effectively with multiple groups. Must be able to work in a team setting, drive organizational transformations and support change management within the organization. Must be able to provide fact-based recommendations across a variety of management levels resulting in buy-in and improvement in category performance. Must be selfdirected and highly motivated, possessing a strong business acumen, sound interpersonal skills, and excellent presentation skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required; working knowledge of PowerPoint is required.
***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
Join Our Community of Food People!
BASIC PURPOSE
Blended Role-(Combination of Onsite and Remote)
Can be located in Albuquerque , NM or Lubbock, TX
Support and execute the implementation of US Foods division category strategy across the defined Area. Execute recommended assortment changes and support positive local vendor relationships for all DCs within the defined Area. Support Area and DC sales staff with product assortment updates, informational inquiries and delivery of merchandising goals for all DCs within that Area. Support all local customer requirements within the defined Area keeping in line with the national strategies coming from the Center.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop implementation plan for operational strategy customized for multiple Distribution Centers. Ensure implementation is in alignment with overall US Foods category strategy and goals, as defined by Region & Area. Effectively work Sourcing Team to execute the National, Regional and Market initiatives to grow cases and increase profitability. Responsible to report weekly and monthly on key metrics that impact the financial performance of the Area. Responsible for Area product assortment. Review assortment and gauge product penetration, noting slow or dead SKUs. Request exception SKUs, determine DWOs, and create conversion plans. Ensure Area product assortment is in alignment with US Foods category strategy and work to reduce SKU duplication. Responsible for gathering local market data (including trends) through feedback and intelligence from culinary team, sales staff, specialists, and vendor partners. Report new product opportunities and provide data on competitors. Align Rosemont pricing recommendations and market intelligence with Area strategy in partnership with Area Pricing manager. Facilitate product training and new product introductions, with DSS, ASM, Specialists and sales staff. Ensure product/brand message is in alignment with overall USF strategy. Work closely with the ASM, Specialist, and culinary team, conducting planning meetings to identify accounts and categories and their potential opportunities. Work with sellers and specialists to develop customer programs. Support and facilitate all FSQA inquiries for the assigned Area through appropriate procedures and work closely with the Region team on any national or regional vendor issues. Support major Area-specific account bids through thorough analysis, coordinate customer on-boarding, and keep sales staff informed of ongoing category strategy.
QUALIFICATIONS Education/Training:
Four-year college degree in business or related field, or equivalent field experience required.
Related Experience:
Minimum 7 years category management experience required, with some project management experience preferred, ideally this experience will derive from the food service or food manufacturing industries.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must possess the ability to operate successfully within a matrix organization, working effectively with multiple groups. Must be able to work in a team setting, drive organizational transformations and support change management within the organization. Must be able to provide fact-based recommendations across a variety of management levels resulting in buy-in and improvement in category performance. Must be selfdirected and highly motivated, possessing a strong business acumen, sound interpersonal skills, and excellent presentation skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required; working knowledge of PowerPoint is required.
***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
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Area operations manager job description example 3
Great Expressions Dental Centers area operations manager job description
In Great Expressions, we are currently looking for an Area Operations Manager for our Atlanta region.
This is a full-time, on the road role. overseein operations of 5+ locations.
For nearly 40 years, Great Expressions Dental Centers (GEDC) has been a leader in providing preventative dental care, orthodontics and specialty care with 275+ local offices in 10 states: Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Virginia, and Texas! One of the largest privately owned Dental Support Organizations in the United States, GEDC is consistently recognized for contributions to improving oral health through quality and safety initiatives, affordable dental care services, patient convenience, research and more. For more information, go to www.greatexpressions.com.
The Area Operations Manager (AOM) will develop and manage operational performance for 10-20 practices, maximizing revenue and practice income in a specific regional area. They will set the direction for their practices with a goal of improving financial health, recruiting and developing Operational Managers (OMs) and relevant non-clinical staff. They are responsible for finding solutions to operational problems including non-clinical staff, facilities, supply chain and costs. As an expert in all GEDC systems, the AOM will be able to identify issues within a practice by monitoring key reports, metrics and then develop specific plans to obtain targets and goals.
+ Assist the OM in providing daily structure to ensure key priorities and operations are continuously becoming more effective
+ Ensure and support OMs in building a well-staffed and highly functioning, caring practice team
+ Ensure correct payments and time off accruals are maintained for office staff; timecards signed off and submitted to payroll by due date
+ Consistently provide performance and coaching feedback in a timely and documented manner
+ Hold routine meetings with OMs to translate key market and company information and attend monthly meetings as requested by leadership
+ Proven track record of monitoring key practice success measures and building a specific plan for progressive improvement
+ Ability to work with a diverse group of people; developing highly productive working teams through mentoring and training
+ Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and other business analytics systems
+ Superior patient services skills and successful record of patient relations management
+ Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
+ Ability to work independently and professionally in a fast past environment
+ Experience with managing budgets and delivering information from P&L statements, and producing solid results and growth
+ Provide a coaching approach to successfully identify and resolve conflicts across their teams, mitigate risk, and resolve personnel and operational issues.
+ Ability to handle susceptible and confidential information in a manner that inspires confidence and trust
+ Successful record of managing multiple projects with correct prioritization and time management skills
ID: 2022-24862
Street: 300 Pearl Nix Parkway, Suite D
This is a full-time, on the road role. overseein operations of 5+ locations.
For nearly 40 years, Great Expressions Dental Centers (GEDC) has been a leader in providing preventative dental care, orthodontics and specialty care with 275+ local offices in 10 states: Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Virginia, and Texas! One of the largest privately owned Dental Support Organizations in the United States, GEDC is consistently recognized for contributions to improving oral health through quality and safety initiatives, affordable dental care services, patient convenience, research and more. For more information, go to www.greatexpressions.com.
The Area Operations Manager (AOM) will develop and manage operational performance for 10-20 practices, maximizing revenue and practice income in a specific regional area. They will set the direction for their practices with a goal of improving financial health, recruiting and developing Operational Managers (OMs) and relevant non-clinical staff. They are responsible for finding solutions to operational problems including non-clinical staff, facilities, supply chain and costs. As an expert in all GEDC systems, the AOM will be able to identify issues within a practice by monitoring key reports, metrics and then develop specific plans to obtain targets and goals.
+ Assist the OM in providing daily structure to ensure key priorities and operations are continuously becoming more effective
+ Ensure and support OMs in building a well-staffed and highly functioning, caring practice team
+ Ensure correct payments and time off accruals are maintained for office staff; timecards signed off and submitted to payroll by due date
+ Consistently provide performance and coaching feedback in a timely and documented manner
+ Hold routine meetings with OMs to translate key market and company information and attend monthly meetings as requested by leadership
+ Proven track record of monitoring key practice success measures and building a specific plan for progressive improvement
+ Ability to work with a diverse group of people; developing highly productive working teams through mentoring and training
+ Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and other business analytics systems
+ Superior patient services skills and successful record of patient relations management
+ Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
+ Ability to work independently and professionally in a fast past environment
+ Experience with managing budgets and delivering information from P&L statements, and producing solid results and growth
+ Provide a coaching approach to successfully identify and resolve conflicts across their teams, mitigate risk, and resolve personnel and operational issues.
+ Ability to handle susceptible and confidential information in a manner that inspires confidence and trust
+ Successful record of managing multiple projects with correct prioritization and time management skills
ID: 2022-24862
Street: 300 Pearl Nix Parkway, Suite D
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024