Division Manager

Scientific Safety Alliance

North Carolina

On-site

USD 160,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

401(k)

Dental & Vision insurance

Health insurance (100% for employee and family)

Life insurance

Uncapped Paid time off

Parental leave

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

A leading scientific services firm is looking for a Regional Manager for the East Coast to drive operational excellence and implement lean strategies. You will work closely with top leadership to enhance business processes and lead cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, an MBA, and a proven ability to solve complex problems. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and equity ownership.

Qualifications

Strong leadership and people management skills.
Proficient in Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen.
Ability to adapt in complex environments.

Responsibilities

Execute strategic deployments aligned with lean systems.
Lead development of lean strategies to meet business objectives.
Monitor operational efficiencies and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Lean tools and techniques

Analytical skills

Education

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Regional Manager – East Coast

Start Date: Immediate

Location: East Coast

Compensation: $160,000 - $190,000 OTE + Equity

About us

SSA is a fast-growing founder- and employee-owned acquisition platform in the scientific instrument space revolutionizing the scientist's experience of regulation-mandated services. Our platform primarily provides testing, inspection, and calibration services to pharmaceutical, medical device, and research companies across the United States. We’ve completed 16 acquisitions to date and are currently serving over 5,500 customers.

We were recently recognized by Inc. Magazine in their 2024 and 2005 list of 5,000 fastest growing privately held companies and continue to drive scientific innovation and patient care.

Position

The East Coast Regional Manager will be working directly with the VP of Operations and COO and be expected to execute lean strategies while ensuring that business processes are continuously improved to maximize efficiency, facilitate cross-site & cross-functional collaboration, coach local teams, serve as a central resource for knowledge and best practice sharing, and drive a culture of operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will be a high octane, driven and growth-minded leader that will champion SSA’s largest region. This leader will drive operational excellence, solve challenging and complex business problems, and be a part of building a world-class company.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

Execute strategic deployments associated with implementation of lean systems in a fast-paced environment.
Work with COO & VP of Operations to implement operational strategy to meet current and future business needs.
Provide strategic leadership and tactical support to East Coast region.
Lead the development and deployment of lean strategies across the region, aligning them with the company’s business objectives.
Establish a culture of continuous improvement across Coast region and related functions.
Ensure alignment of lean principles with organizational goals, driving operational excellence
Oversee field operations for multiple companies, ensuring a dynamic and world-class workforce.
Participate, plan, facilitate and lead directly and indirectly in kaizen events.
Monitor and improve operational efficiencies, cost control, and resource allocation.
Prioritize a world-class customer-centric approach.

Drive Performance Metrics:

Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to reflect the identified priorities and drive focus on continuous improvement.
Use data-driven insights to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and report on the impact of initiatives to senior leadership.
Drive accountability for the achievement of goals and targets across the East Coast region, and related functions.

Desired Qualifications

MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams.
Strong communication and influencing abilities, capable of changing driving.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and data-driven decision-making skills.
Proficient in Lean tools and techniques, including Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, and root cause analysis.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment with a focus on results and continuous improvement.
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to solving problems.
Change agent can influence organizational culture and drive transformation.
Strong interpersonal skills, able to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
High level of adaptability and resilience in managing complex, challenging initiatives
Demonstrated ability to work successfully in complex and emerging business and project areas, leveraging interpersonal skills and technical skills to optimize results.