Territory Operations Manager - New Installation

Schindler Elevator Corporation (U.S.); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully vested 401k match

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Vacation and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Development opportunities

Job summary

Schindler Elevator Corporation (U.S.) seeks a Territory Operations Manager for New Installations (NI) to lead and optimize ongoing and future projects across the Northwest region. The role collaborates with the NI Sales team to win opportunities while ensuring customer satisfaction and financial targets.

The ideal candidate will manage a team of NI Superintendents and Project Coordinators, drive safety, budget control, and performance metrics, and foster Schindler's values in a dynamic

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Business / Management / Engineering or related field required.
• 5-7 years in various assignments within the company or elevator/service industries preferred.
• Experience managing a P&L for an industrial company required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a business plan to meet financial objectives and support NI operations.
• Build and manage an operational budget and expenditures for time, materials, and assets.
• Lead NI-focused field team including Superintendents and Project Coordinators and hire/onboard new staff.

Skills

P&L management

MS Office

Education

BA/BS in Business/Management/Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location: Seattle, WA, United States

Job ID: 91709

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Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don't just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

Territory Operations Manager NI

Your Main Responsibilities

Can be located at any of the Northwest territory offices: Seattle, WA / Spokane, WA / Portland, OR / Salt Lake City, UT / Las Vegas, NV / Denver, CO / Boise, ID

The Territory Operations Manager - New Installations (NI) should provide management of the company's operational activities and functions relating to the installation of new products as well as partner with the NI Sales team on all acquisition of opportunities outside our portfolio within an assigned geographic span. All this work is to be fulfilled in a manner that achieves customer satisfaction as well as the strategic business objectives of the region.

Essential Functions

Management - Develop and execute a business plan in support of the territory’s financial and non-financial objectives and support the implementation of territory NI operations initiatives. Build and recommend an operational budget and manage expenditures within approved specifications for time and materials and other fixed assets including parts inventory, company tools, and vehicles for the most cost-effective results. Responsible for managing networking capital via appropriate asset management measures and billing procedures.

Customer Relationships - Develop and maintain strong commercial relationships with key customers, GCs and influential industry consultants through personal contact and staff assignments.

Development - Responsible for managing, mentoring and leading a team of NI-focused Field Superintendents and Project Coordinators by setting and clarifying employee objectives, managing their ongoing performance and continuously developing their skills, all in an effort to drive the NI team to meet required financial targets/metrics and performance KPIs. Lead the hiring and onboarding of all new NI Superintendents and Project Coordinators. Initiate procedures and leadership practices to create a business environment for participative management, maintain high morale of subordinates and demonstrate strong support of Schindler's cultural beliefs and best practices. Engage in pro-active labor relations with local business agents with the support of Schindler's Labor Relations team.

Operations - Set expectations for Field Technician engagement and provide Superintendents with the support necessary to provide ongoing training and performance management essential to productivity and quality improvement and ensuring the active participation of all technicians in performance reviews. Advise Superintendents on the utilization and assignment of resources appropriate for project timelines and budgets that ensure quality job completion and drive installation efficiency. Ensure all required NI operations meetings are effective. Lead meetings where appropriate. Provide expert technical knowledge for any project that needs additional oversight or intervention by visiting jobsites and reviewing ongoing project work with the operational team to ensure that projects close-out at the required efficiency and profitability levels avoiding overruns. Ensure team organizes and handles proper inspection and turnover process at project conclusion.

Safety - Ensure coordination of personnel and product safety responsibilities in partnership with the Field Quality Excellence organization including driving personnel safety training and process adherence and the execution of proper technical training and equipment testing.

What You Bring

• BA/BS Business / Management / Engineering, or related field
• 5-7 years in various assignments within the Company, in the Elevator industry, or in another service-oriented business.
• Experience managing a P&L for an industrial company.

Additional

• Up to 50% travel within the territory will be required
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office

What’s in it for you?

• Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
• 3 weeks' vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
• Parental Leave - 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.
• A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.

Base Salary

$142,800 - $178,600- Seattle, WA

$128,700-160,900 - Spokane, WA / Portland, OR / Salt Lake City, UT / Las Vegas, NV / Denver, CO / Boise, ID

The above represents the typical salary range for this position. Revisions to the range may be considered based on your experience, education, location, demonstrated skills, and alignment with business priorities. Please note that the compensation listed reflects only base salary and does not include commissions or longer-term incentives.

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• Quality: Ensure excellence in every product and service.
• Commitment to People Development: Nurture our people, they are the heart of our success.

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