Site Operations Lead, Transportation & Start-Up

Zum; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Zūm is seeking a Location Manager in Stamford, CT to lead transportation operations from startup to daily management and ongoing improvement. You will build teams, manage P&L accountability, and establish best-in-class operations exceeding customer expectations.

Responsibilities include site start-ups, training, stakeholder relations, fleet readiness, and electrification projects while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. Growth opportunities are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing full profit and loss (P&L) accountability with operational oversight and KPI responsibility.
• 5+ years of experience managing day-to-day operations in time-sensitive environments such as transportation, field services, logistics, hospitality, or similar.
• Experience with scheduling, staffing, planning, and operational execution.
• 5+ years of experience maintaining client-facing relationships and managing customer accounts in an operational environment.
• Experience managing salaried leaders and coordinating across multiple departments.
• Track record of career progression with leadership development.
• Comprehensive understanding of safety practices, compliance and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute complete site start-ups for newly awarded contracts, team hiring, facility setup, IT implementation.
• Develop training and hiring programs for location that meet guidelines.
• Develop and maintain customer and stakeholder relationships, exceeding expectations through proactive communication and service delivery.
• Manage assigned contract operations, ensuring consistency and excellence.
• Utilize IT infrastructure to monitor KPIs across all operational areas.
• Oversee Safety Department compliance with regulations and record keeping.
• Build and mentor Zum employees to become leaders through coaching and growth opportunities.
• Plan, execute, and complete electrification projects on time and within budget.

Skills

P&L accountability

Operations management

Scheduling & staffing

Client relationships

Leadership of salaried leaders

Safety compliance

Team development

Unionized environment experience

Microsoft Office

G Suite

Education

Certifications or continuing education in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

G Suite

Job description

Zūm is seeking a Location Manager in Stamford, CT to lead transportation operations from startup to daily management and ongoing improvement. You will build teams, manage P&L accountability, and establish best-in-class operations exceeding customer expectations.

Responsibilities include site start-ups, training, stakeholder relations, fleet readiness, and electrification projects while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. Growth opportunities are emphasized.