District Operations Manager

Core & Main; California (MO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Core & Main, based in St. Louis, seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee the management of operations and support staff for the assigned district.

You will develop and implement operational strategies, resolve issues, and provide direction for the district team. The role requires operating a company or personal vehicle, with more than 20% of the work week spent on the road, and Core & Main will perform an MVR check.

Qualifications

• Typically requires BS/BA in related discipline.
• Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operational and day-to-day functional activities.
• Communicate to district and regional leadership.
• Manage district-wide operational strategy rollouts, budgets and goals.
• Collect data and submit reports as needed.
• Determine operational plan with manager, General Manager and Regional Leadership.
• Determine market opportunities for new products and services.
• Ensure operational activities are conducted within expense budget.

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

Job description

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide®. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non‑residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.

Job Summary

Oversee the management of operations and the support team for assigned district. Develop and implement operational strategies, resolve operational issues and provide direction and guidance for district team. Select, train and develop staff. This position requires operation of a Company Vehicle or a Personal Vehicle and such operation is done consistently more than 20% of the average work week. If selected for this position, Core & Main will run a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) report. A requirement of this position is an acceptable MVR report.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities And Key Accountabilities

• Coordinate operational and day to day functional activities.
• Communicate to district and regional leadership.
• Manage all district-wide operational strategy rollouts, budgets and goals.
• Collect data and submit reports as needed.
• Determine operational plan with manager, General Manager and Regional Leadership.
• Determine market opportunities for new products and services.
• Ensure operational activities are conducted within expense budget.

Nature and Scope

• Solutions require analysis and investigation.
• Achieves planned results by decisions and actions based on professional methods, business principles and practical experience. May recommend/make decisions regarding new programs/initiatives that have significant impact to the business and carry consequences in unsuccessful endeavors.
• Manages a larger team or multiple small teams through direction of subordinate management and/or supervisory staff.

Work Environment

• Most of the time is spent sitting or standing in the same location or there may be a need to stoop regularly or move/lift light material or equipment (typically less than 8 pounds).
• Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, fumes or odors.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older
• Must pass pre‑employment assessment(s) if applicable

Education And Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in related discipline. Generally 7+ years experience in related field. May require certification. Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.

Pay: $76,974.95 - $109,964.21 per year

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.

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