Operations Excellence Manager

Magenta Solar; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative solar and energy company seeks an Operations Excellence Manager to lead and enhance operational strategies. This role focuses on improving processes, managing budgets, and ensuring efficient workflows while fostering a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and organizational skills, with a passion for sustainability and a commitment to excellence. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to combating climate change and creating a healthier world through solar energy solutions. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing industry.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an Operations Manager role.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and improve operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operations are cost-effective and efficient.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and improve profitability.
• Supervise staff and maintain communication with all stakeholders.

Skills

Operations Management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Leadership

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Solar Business

Education

Degree in Business

Degree in Operations Management

Job description

Operations Excellence Manager

Magenta Solar, LLC. is a solar and energy company that strives to grow our solar installation projects and build customer rapport. We strive to help to combat climate change and create a sustainable environment for future generations by transitioning to solar energy thereby helping to build a healthier, safer world. At the heart of our business is our desire to change the world by helping others.

The Operations Excellence Manager is the professional in charge of devising strategies to enhance and/or improve company procedures as well as also making sure there is efficiency and a smooth workflow. As a manager, it is essential to lead and encourage the workforce to reach goals, all while implementing the company's policies and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all operations are carried on in an appropriate, cost-effective way
• Improve operational management systems, processes and best practices
• Formulate strategic and operational objectives
• Examine financial data and use them to improve profitability
• Manage budgets and forecasts
• Perform quality controls and monitor production KPIs
• Interview, train and supervise staff
• Maintain constant communication with management, staff, and vendors to ensure proper operations of the organization
• Help develop, implement, and maintain policies and protocols
• Grow the efficiency of existing organizational processes and procedures to enhance and sustain the organization’s internal capacity
• Actively pursue strategic and operational objectives, increasing quality of customer service
• Ensure operational activities remain on time and within a defined budget
• Track staffing requirements, hiring new employees as needed
• Partner with cross-functional support teams in improving the proprietary tools and systems
• Work closely with legal and safety departments to make sure activities remain compliant
• Supervises Area Supervisors
• Establishes and adheres to communication protocols and standards
• Ensures adherence to SLAs of project timelines
• Ensures profitability and cohesiveness across all Areas
• Ensures proper forecasting with partners
• Ensures proper allocation of resources across various areas
• Ensures proper utilization of corporate assets across all areas

The successful candidate will have…

• Degree in Business, Operations Management or related field required
• 2+ years of proven work experience as Operations Manager or similar role
• Knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management
• Experience budgeting and forecasting
• Familiarity with solar business and financial principles preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Leadership ability
• Outstanding organizational skills