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CESCO

Area Operations Manager

CESCO

. Manage the operational performance of multiple branch locations within a Super District .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong operational leadership with a focus on driving performance management, financial acumen, and compliance within multi-location operations. Capable of building high-performing teams and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

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Operations LeadershipFinancial AcumenTeam DevelopmentISO ComplianceContinuous Improvement

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Hard Skills
Operational Performance ManagementBudget ManagementKPI MonitoringInventory ManagementSafety ComplianceLean MethodologySix SigmaERP SystemsWMSMulti-Location Operations
Soft Skills
Strategic GuidanceCollaborationProblem SolvingAccountabilityLeadership Development
Industry Keywords
Electrical DistributionIndustrial DistributionWholesale DistributionLogisticsSupply ChainConstruction SupplyMRO DistributionOperational AuditsSafety-First CulturePerformance Metrics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Manage the operational performance of multiple branch locations within a Super District
  • Provide strategic and operational guidance to Branch Managers
  • Ensure consistent execution of safety, operational efficiency, customer service, inventory management, and financial performance standards
  • Translate corporate operational strategy into executable regional plans
  • Build a high-performing leadership team
  • Partner with Super District Sales Leadership, Supply Chain, Finance, and Human Resources
  • Lead and develop Branch Managers and operational teams across the assigned region
  • Establish performance expectations and operational standards across all locations
  • Drive accountability through performance reviews and operational metrics
  • Drive regional revenue growth, gross margin, operating expenses, productivity, inventory management, and working capital optimization
  • Monitor branch KPIs, including inventory turns, service levels, operating cost, productivity, and safety
  • Develop and manage regional operating budgets and forecasts
  • Improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve asset utilization
  • Champion a safety-first culture and ensure OSHA, DOT, regulatory, and company compliance
  • Conduct safety reviews and operational audits
  • Ensure high service levels, product availability, order accuracy, and reliable delivery performance
  • Collaborate with Sales leaders on major projects, strategic accounts, and service commitments
  • Resolve escalated customer-impacting operational issues
  • Oversee regional inventory strategy and partner on forecasting, fill rates, and demand planning
  • Ensure consistent warehouse, logistics, delivery, and inventory-control processes
  • Recruit, develop, and retain Branch Managers and operational leaders
  • Drive performance management, leadership development, and succession planning
  • Lead process standardization, efficiency, productivity, and continuous-improvement initiatives
  • Use operational data and KPIs to identify trends and drive improvements
  • Share best practices across branches and support new systems, processes, and company initiatives
  • Serve as the district’s ISO Management System owner, maintain certification readiness, coordinate audits, drive corrective actions, and foster compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent leadership experience)
  • 5–7 years of progressive operations leadership experience
  • Experience preferably in electrical distribution, industrial distribution, wholesale distribution, or logistics environments
  • Demonstrated experience directing multi-location operations or regional branch networks
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing operational budgets and performance metrics
  • Proven ability to develop leaders and build high-performing teams
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • Experience in electrical distribution, construction supply, or industrial/MRO distribution preferred
  • Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement training preferred
  • Experience with ERP, WMS, or distribution management systems preferred
  • Experience directing operations during growth, acquisition integration, or transformation preferred
  • Experience working within ISO-compliant environments, including adherence to documented standards, audit readiness, and continuous improvement processes preferred
  • Regular travel within the assigned region (approximately 40–60%)
  • Ability to visit warehouse and branch environments requiring appropriate PPE
  • Occasional lifting, standing, or walking in warehouse environments
  • May be required to work more than 40 hours per week
  • Candidates are subject to pre-employment assessments, Motor Vehicle Record review, criminal background checks, reference checks, and a post-offer drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Eligibility for health, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Company-paid short-term disability
  • Company-paid long-term care
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Excused Absence time off
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Company-paid holidays
  • Supplemental life insurance
  • Hospital indemnity benefits
  • Accident and critical illness benefits with cancer coverage
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexibility to balance life's priorities
  • Reasonable accommodations for the hiring process