Regional Director of Operations – Rentals & Logistics

Cinelease; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Cinelease is seeking a Director of Operations to lead rental operations regionally, driving efficiency, financial results, and exceptional customer service. You will manage multiple branch locations, oversee fleet logistics, procurement, and policy implementation while partnering with Sales, Finance, and Executive Leadership to translate strategy into action.

You will build strong teams, champion safety, and ensure regulatory compliance, aiming for operational excellence and growth across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• 10+ years in rental, equipment, logistics, or service operations.
• 5+ years leading multiple locations or regional teams.
• Proven track record of meeting P&L, budget, and margin targets.
• Experience with equipment procurement, fleet logistics, and asset maintenance.
• Strong safety, OSHA knowledge, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient with rental management/ERP and data-driven decision making.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional rental operations across multiple branch locations to optimize efficiency.
• Own regional revenue, margin, and cost targets and report metrics.
• Oversee fleet, equipment procurement, and inventory to meet demand.
• Partner with Sales, Finance, and Executive Leadership to align strategy.
• Build and coach leadership teams, drive safety culture and policy adoption.
• Implement processes to improve service levels and customer experience.
• Ensure compliance with safety programs and regulatory requirements.

Skills

People leadership

Strategic planning

Operations management

Budgeting

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Operations Management

Tools

ERP systems

Rental management software

Inventory management software

Job description

Cinelease is seeking a Director of Operations to lead rental operations regionally, driving efficiency, financial results, and exceptional customer service. You will manage multiple branch locations, oversee fleet logistics, procurement, and policy implementation while partnering with Sales, Finance, and Executive Leadership to translate strategy into action.

You will build strong teams, champion safety, and ensure regulatory compliance, aiming for operational excellence and growth across the