Operations General Manager

About the role

Our company is seeking a dynamic, knowledgeable leader to be an integral part of our management team. In this role, you will be the chief motivator, provide direction, mentoring, in the moment coaching and training for your team. This position is responsible for the overall leadership of a "stand alone" local business that is service based, environmentally friendly, and customer focused.

We are a 3rd generation family owned and operated regional service company that has successfully serviced our customers since 1934. We are looking for a General Manager to take on this unique leadership opportunity in a hands-on, results driven manner. The ideal candidate will consistently contribute to the overall excellence that will meet or exceed customer and team objectives.

Direct oversight of team (sales, customer service, warehouse and back office), supervision and support will be your direct responsibility. We value unique and different people. If you thrive on thinking outside the box, are creative, hard-working, and fun, our team is the place for you! As a potential candidate, you should know that this company is SHARP! We embody our core values of being Self-Motivated, Helping Others First, having Attention to detail, being Responsible, and having a Positive Attitude.

Responsibilities

• Value and promote a safety minded culture
• Coordinate and ensure all corporate training and procedure guidelines are being met for all associates
• Oversee company assets including: Building, equipment, fleet, inventory, accounts receivable (monitoring and collection)
• Lead in a team-driven environment
• Manage multi-functional areas, such as: Warehouse, Office Administration, Route Distribution and Outside Sales Departments
• Lead and motivate by example
• Conflict resolution and training of staff
• P&L responsibility
• Goal setting, delegate and follow-up
• Communicate professionally with all levels of management
• Customer Service
• Sales and Marketing

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must have an excellent driving record
• Able to work overtime including Saturdays
• Must be a quick Learner and eager to learn new industries
• Must be able to pass a drug screen when required
• Must be committed to community Involvement
• Must have Budgeting and P&L experience
• Must believe in environmental stewardship
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Formal Education Preferred: A four-year degree or at least 3 years' experience as a business operating manager
• Must possess a positive attitude and possess excellent customer service skills

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Group benefits package (Medical, Dental, Short-term Disability, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k) with generous company match
• Company-provided Car
• Bonus/profit share opportunities
• Company-provided Cell Phone

About Us

Virginia Linen Service, Inc. is a local family-owned linen rental supply and commercial laundry company. Our business provides linen, textile, and hygiene services to the hospitality, first class lodging, healthcare, and small business customers.

Our company is dedicated to resource conservation and social responsibility. Part of the quality service we offer our customers is the knowledge that we are helping them achieve their business goals while reducing their impact on the environment.