Regional Operations Manager Southwest

HomeServe; Carthage (MO); Remote; USD 120,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in home services seeks a Regional Operations Manager to oversee contractor performance and ensure superior customer service. This role involves strategic management of repair costs, contractor training, and maintaining quality standards across the Southwest Region. The successful candidate will have a strong background in service management and excellent communication skills, with opportunities for career advancement and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Generous medical, vision, dental, and life insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Eligibility for HomeServe coverage plans

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of service/repair management experience in plumbing/heating/electrical.
• Independent self-starter capable of working collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage contractor network for quality customer service and cost standards.
• Negotiate competitive repair rates to meet financial KPIs.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

BS / BA in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

In this highly visible and demanding role the Regional Operations Manager (ROM) for our Southwest Region will be responsible for managing a world class contractor network to deliver superior customer service on a 24 / 7 basis for residential plumbing, electrical and HVAC repairs. The ROM will help achieve corporate financial and customer service objectives by effectively managing contractor performance, actively participate in recruiting qualified contractors and training contractors on the “HomeServe Way”. In addition, the ROM will take the lead role in rate negotiation, strategic job cost management and work in conjunction with the contractor recruitment team to ensure proper coverage within their geographic territory to meet or exceed HomeServe quality standards. Furthermore, the ROM as a repair management subject matter expert, will work collaboratively with business development and account management to enhance the HomeServe product line and solidify our affinity partner relationships.

Although the position is home based, it will require frequent travel across the assigned region and will require spending time at our corporate offices located in Chattanooga, TN and Norwalk, CT.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities :

• Manage existing contractor network to ensure superior quality, customer service and cost standards.
• Analyze job repair cost data and implement cost reduction strategies.
• Lead and encourage contractors to adopt state-of-the art advancements and techniques to enhance productivity and the customer experience.
• Work with the contractor recruitment and onboarding team to identify, qualify and train new contractors.
• Negotiate and establish competitive repair rates to meet or exceed underwriting targets and financial KPI’s.
• Provide initial and on-going training of contractors.
• Establish a rapport with key contractor personnel at operations and management levels.
• Perform and oversee quality inspections to ensure contractors are performing work to industry standards and all jurisdictional codes.
• Conduct and Lead regular contractor performance review meetings.
• Spearhead contractor round tables to share best practices and obtain feedback on HomeServe USA performance.
• Resolve customer complaints and take the necessary corrective action with contractors to prevent recurrence.
• Act as liaison between the Customer Advocacy Team and Contact Center to deliver quality service.
• Monitor industry related trends for opportunities to improve HomeServe and / or Contractor’s business operations.
• Remain current on national and regional regulatory standards and codes.

Job Requirements :

• 3-5 years of proven service and / or repair management experience in plumbing / heating / electrical or residential construction projects.
• BS / BA degree in construction management or have at least 5 years practical experience.
• Independent self-starter capable of working collaboratively with multiple cross functional organizations.
• Strong ability to analyze data and develop a strategic plan to improve customer satisfaction and control repair costs.
• Outstanding computer experience required. Experienced working with Excel, Word and PowerPoint (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization including the executive level.
• Valid driving license as well as valid Passport.

In Return, We Offer :

• Competitive compensation
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Friendly, open and team oriented work atmosphere
• Excellent benefits including generous medical, vision, dental and life & disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with a company match
• Eligibility to enroll in up to two HomeServe coverage plans paid for by the company

OTE : $ 120,000- $141,680 USD

Annual Bonus Potential : 20%

HomeServe USA is an equal opportunity employer.