Airport General Manager
About The Position
Our Lamar office in Buffalo, New York, is now hiring an Airport General Manager. Based in Buffalo, NY, the Airport General Manager plays a key leadership role in overseeing daily airport operations, driving business performance, and ensuring an exceptional effectiveness and efficiency of all personnel in the plant. This person is responsible for maintaining a positive relationship with the airport district(s) and overseeing and growing major client accounts. Review and approve sales contracts as well as payables. Responsible for reviewing, approving, and monitoring financial documents, i.e. BSO, A/P Distribution, etc (approve GM Checklist). Sets plant policies and provides oversight and adherence to policies.
Requirements
- High School Education or Equivalent required
- Valid driver’s license required
- Good computer skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Resourceful and creative work ethic
- Good problem solving skills
- Adept at developing teams of cross functional experts in different geographic locations
- General knowledge of federal and state affirmative action and equal opportunity laws and regulations
- Skill in speaking with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds
- Skill in setting priorities which accurately reflect the importance of job responsibilities
- Skill in establishing rapport, encouraging individuals on a professional basis, and listening perceptively
- Skill in mediating between parties and groups
- Skill in working as a part of a team, collaborating with employees, and maintaining good working relationships
- Skill in managing including organizing objectives, delegating responsibility, training, evaluating subordinate effectiveness, and administering necessary discipline
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 5-6 years of relevant experience, preferably in a supervisory role
Responsibilities
- Overseeing daily airport operations
- Driving business performance
- Ensuring effectiveness and efficiency of all personnel in the plant
- Maintaining a positive relationship with the airport district(s)
- Overseeing and growing major client accounts
- Reviewing and approving sales contracts as well as payables
- Reviewing, approving, and monitoring financial documents (e.g., BSO, A/P Distribution, GM Checklist)
- Setting plant policies and providing oversight and adherence to policies
- Develop and win new airport advertising opportunities
- Attend conferences, pre-proposal meetings and industry events on a regular basis
- Assist with existing LAAAC airports as needed
- Promote financial profitability and fiscal responsibility
- Provide support for any new markets and/or acquisitions as needed
- May be required to establish and grow an account list in new markets
- Responsibilities may include hiring, training and overseeing sales, administrative and operations staff
- Cultivate other governmental advertising related contracts
- Complete other duties assigned by manager in or outside area of responsibility
- Travel as needed
Benefits
- A Monday - Friday, hybrid schedule
- A comprehensive 4 week training program
- Career advancement opportunities
- Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential
- Multiple medical plan options and health savings account
- Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage
- Short & long-term disability and paid parental leave
- Employee Stock purchase plan
- 401k plan with company match
- Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
