Operations Manager- HVAC Distribution

Seven Executive Limited; United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Seven Executive Limited is seeking an Operations Manager for a PE-backed HVAC distribution platform with ~20 locations across the US. This remote role supports the design, standardization and improvement of operations across branches and distribution locations.

The role sets policies, SOPs and performance frameworks that branch and warehouse managers execute against, covering warehouse operations, safety and regulatory compliance, fleet strategy and new branch opening projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 7+ years of progressive operations leadership in wholesale distribution or logistics.
• Deep knowledge of OSHA, DOT/FMCSA fleet compliance, and safety program design.
• Proficiency with ERP/WMS and Microsoft Office (Excel in particular).

Responsibilities

• Develop and standardize operations across branch and distribution locations.
• Lead safety, regulatory compliance programs and fleet strategy.
• Oversee new branch opening projects and budget management.
• Coordinate vendor and cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Operations Leadership

Strategic Planning

Vendor Management

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, logistics, operations management, or a related field

Tools

ERP/WMS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Operations Manager | PE-backed HVAC Distribution | Remote US (CST or EST) | $125K-$150K base + 10% bonus | 50% travel across the Midwest and Southeast

Seven Executive are partnered with a PE-backed HVAC Distribution platform who have roughly 20 locations across the US and $125m+ in revenue.

They are looking to bolster their senior operations team and hire an Operations Manager who will be responsible for the design, standardization and improvement of operations across all branch & distribution locations.

The role sets the policies, SOPS, and performance frameworks that branch and warehouse managers execute against- spanning warehouse ops, safety and regulatory compliance, fleet strategy and new branch opening projects.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Operations Strategy & Process Standardization
• Safety & Compliance Program Leadership
• New Branch (Store) Opening- Project Leadership
• Budget, Vendor & Cross Functional Strategy

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, logistics, operations management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 7+ years of progressive operations leadership experience in wholesale distribution or logistics, ideally within HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or building-products distribution.
• Deep working knowledge of OSHA regulations, DOT/FMCSA fleet compliance, and safety program design at an organizational level.
• Proficiency with ERP/warehouse management systems, reporting/analytics tools, and Microsoft Office (Excel in particular).