Operations Manager

The Larson Group (TLG Peterbilt) • Cottondale, FL

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About The Position

The Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of multiple dealership locations within an assigned region. The role ensures compliance with established policies and procedures and directs, plans, and controls the activities of branch profit centers in coordination with department managers. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Five years of experience in a management position is strongly preferred.
• Equivalent experience in a related field in lieu of a formal degree is accepted and preferred.

Nice To Haves

• College degree in Business Administration.
• Five years of experience in a management position.

Responsibilities

• Staff and train Parts, Service, and Body Shop Department Managers as required.
• Work with the General Manager and department managers to turn broad programs into specific plans.
• Help department managers develop performance targets, programs, and plans aligned with company goals and objectives.
• Evaluate each department’s operating results and performance against predetermined objectives.
• Consult with the General Manager and department managers regarding personnel decisions.
• Assist the General Manager and department managers with major, target, or critical accounts.
• Help the General Manager assess present and future needs, trends, problems, and profit opportunities for the branch.
• Help the General Manager implement short- and long-term operating and financial objectives for the assigned location within company plans and policies.
• Ensure approved policies and objectives are clearly understood and effectively applied across departments.
• Help the General Manager formulate annual and monthly business plans, sales and profit objectives, and expense budgets with department managers in accordance with company objectives.
• Develop merchandising strategies with department managers to achieve objectives.
• Help the General Manager supervise direct sales of trucks, parts, service, and body repairs.
• Help the General Manager ensure the branch complies with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain appropriate communication within and between departments and functional areas at the assigned location, and hold individual conferences as required.
• Establish and maintain satisfactory customer and public relations.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Bi-weekly pay schedule
• Opportunity for advancement and career development

What This Job Offers

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