Area Solutions Operations Manager

Siemens • Des Moines, IA

10d • $105,533 - $180,913 • Onsite

About The Position

The Area Solutions Operations Manager leads and directs operational execution across all customers in the assigned area, supporting Siemens’ Des Moines, Iowa branch and customers throughout the greater Des Moines area. The role is accountable for profitable growth, operational excellence, and delivery performance while ensuring alignment with Siemens SI B standards. It partners closely with central Operations functions, including PMO, Operations Excellence, and the Large Project Organization (LPO), to apply shared capabilities, best practices, and premium project delivery.

Requirements

• 5–8+ years of experience leading operations in a project-based, solutions, or engineering environment.
• Financial acumen, including responsibility for revenue, margin, cost control, and cash flow performance.
• Experience partnering effectively with Sales, Project Management, and operations organizations.
• High school diploma or state-recognized GED.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements for Siemens’ fleet vehicle program.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Technical and operational expertise relevant to solutions-based delivery environments.
• People leadership capability, including talent development and workforce planning.
• Customer-focused mindset with strong relationship management and issue-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end operational performance across the assigned area, following Siemens SI B standards, sales processes, and execution methodologies.
• Meet or exceed quarterly and annual revenue, gross margin, and operating margin commitments.
• Plan, direct, and oversee operational activities to support sustainable growth and consistent project execution excellence.
• Monitor project performance, control job costs, manage risk, and ensure delivery within agreed scope, schedule, and cost parameters.
• Partner with central Operations teams, including PMO, Operations Excellence, and LPO, to use standard tools, resources, and best practices.
• Provide operational and technical support to Sales teams, including pricing guidance, scope definition, and execution strategy for competitive bids.
• Lead workforce planning by hiring, developing, allocating, and performance-managing resources for current and future business needs.
• Ensure balance sheet, cash flow, and working capital performance align with Siemens and SI B North Star expectations.
• Maintain close alignment with Area General Management on market strategy, execution priorities, and growth initiatives.

Benefits

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits; details are available through the Siemens benefits website.
• Target incentive of 10% of base salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED