Regional Operations Manager

Regional Operations Manager overseeing and optimizing daily operations of multiple distribution facilities within an assigned district. Focus on safety, efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all company safety policies, environmental regulations, and federal/state/local requirements (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DOT).
• Proactively identify and mitigate operational risks and hazards.
• Ensure all sites meet or exceed internal safety and environmental performance metrics.
• Oversee daily operations of multiple distribution locations, ensuring efficient product handling, storage, transportation, and customer delivery.
• Develop and implement operational strategies that improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance service quality.
• Ensure proper inventory management, facility maintenance, and equipment reliability.
• Support capital project planning and execution.
• Lead, mentor, and develop site managers and their teams to build strong leadership pipelines and operational expertise.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and ensure alignment with company goals.
• Ensure all facilities operate in full compliance with regulatory and industry standards, including chemical handling, storage, and transportation requirements.
• Maintain audit readiness and support inspections by regulatory agencies.
• Partner with EHS, Quality, and compliance teams to maintain certifications and reporting requirements.
• Develop and manage operational budgets for the area of responsibility.
• Monitor KPIs and operational performance, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing action plans.
• Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain, and Customer Service to support growth initiatives and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, or similar field.
• 5+ years of operations or plant management experience or commensurate level of education and experience.
• Experience in the chemical distribution, manufacturing, or logistics industry strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards (OSHA, DOT, EPA, HAZMAT).
• Proven leadership, communication, and people development skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety as a core operational value.
• Ability to travel within assigned region (up to 50%).
• Must be able to wear required PPE and work in chemical handling environments.
• Ability to respond to after-hours operational issues if needed.

Benefits

• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave.
• Education assistance program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k).

Pay

$140,000-150,000