Regional Operations Manager

Southeastern Equipment Company; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with match

Paid Parental leave

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Southeastern Equipment is seeking a Regional Operations Manager to own and drive performance across the Ohio region and Southeast region with significant travel. You will lead Operations Managers, accelerate revenue and profitability, and raise leadership standards while removing bottlenecks to speed decisions.

You must push for results, engage with customers, and align Sales, Rental, and PSSR teams to enable growth, while maintaining disciplined operations and strong safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading multi-location teams or comparable leadership scope.
• Background in dealership, service, construction, or related industry preferred.
• Proven track record of improving performance—not just maintaining it.

Responsibilities

• Drive regional performance by owning Parts and Service revenue and profitability across locations.
• Establish high standards for speed, responsiveness, and execution.
• Lead, coach, and hold accountable Operations Managers and their teams.

Skills

Leadership

Accountability

Business instincts

Urgency

Coaching leaders

Field engagement

Job description

Regional Operations Manager (Performance & Growth Leader)

Location: Ohio Central and SoutheastRegion (Travel Required) Candidate may live anywhere in the region

Company: Southeastern Equipment

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

COMPENSATION: 150-175K with potential bonus up to 30%

Region: Ohio

About Southeastern Equipment

Southeastern Equipment exists to help our customers win.

We do that by delivering equipment, parts, and service with speed, urgency, and a level of care that stands out. Our team lives by four core values: Hustle, Passion, Customer Focused, and Thoughtful.

The Role

This is not a coordination role.

This is not a reporting role.

This is a regional business leadership role responsible for driving performance, creating accountability, and building a high-output culture across multiple branches.

You will lead Operations Managers and their teams—but more importantly, you will own the performance of the region. That includes revenue, profitability, customer experience, and the pace at which the business runs.

If you're comfortable pushing leaders, addressing issues directly, and driving results—this role fits. If you prefer maintaining systems and observing performance, it won't.

What You'll Own

Drive Regional Performance

• Own Parts and Service revenue and profitability across all locations in your region
• Set clear expectations and push branches to hit and exceed targets
• Identify gaps quickly and implement actions that move the numbers

Create Urgency Across the Region

• Establish a high standard for speed, responsiveness, and execution
• Remove friction between branches, departments, and teams
• Ensure machines, parts, and decisions move fast—no bottlenecks, no waiting

Lead Branch Leadership

• Lead, coach, and hold accountable Operations Managers and their teams
• Raise the standard of leadership across the region
• Address underperformance directly and quickly

Own the Customer Experience at Scale

• Ensure consistent, high-level customer service across all locations
• Step into major issues and ensure fast resolution
• Build relationships with key regional customers

Drive Alignment with Sales & Growth

• Partner closely with Sales, Rental, and PSSR teams to support growth
• Ensure operations is enabling—not slowing down—revenue generation
• Help create momentum across the region by aligning teams toward winning business

Run a Disciplined Operation

• Maintain strong financial performance across all branches
• Ensure facilities, safety, and 5S standards are met without compromising speed
• Standardize what works—but don't let process slow down execution

How You'll Be Measured

• Regional Parts Revenue & Gross Profit vs. Budget
• Regional Service Revenue & Gross Profit vs. Budget
• Speed of execution (turnaround time, responsiveness)
• Customer satisfaction and retention
• Performance consistency across branches
• Branch 5S Scores

What We're Looking For

• A high-accountability leader who drives results through people
• Strong business instincts—you understand what moves revenue and profit
• High sense of urgency—you don't tolerate slow or stuck operations
• Ability to coach leaders, not just manage processes
• Willingness to be in the field and engaged with teams and customers

Experience:

• 5+ years leading multi-location teams or comparable leadership scope
• Background in dealership, service, construction, or related industry preferred
• Proven track record of improving performance—not just maintaining it

Travel

• 60-70% travel within region
• This role is expected to be in branches regularly - leading from the front

Why Southeastern

• You’ll lead a region, not just oversee it
• Clear expectations and accountability
• A company focused on performance, speed, and growth
• Opportunity to make a measurable impact quickly

Our Company is unable to offer sponsorship now or in the future. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship. Southeast Equipment utilizes E-Verify in accordance with Federal regulations.

Please keep in mind that the posted payrange represents the range for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual hourly/salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, including location, certifications, and skill development and potential bonuses.

Our companyoffers full time employees:competitive salary, full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Life Insurance, 401K with match,Wellness, PTO, Paid Parental leave, Company Apparel, Uniforms provided, PPE Provided, Prescription Safety Goggles and Boot Allowance.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.