Regional Vice President of Operations - North

Position Summary

The Regional Vice President of Operations is responsible for the overall operational leadership, performance, and safety of all American Welding & Gas locations within an assigned geographic region. This role has full accountability for operational execution, safety compliance, customer service, financial performance, and talent development across branches, plants, fill facilities, and distribution operations. The RVP Operations plays a critical role in executing AWG’s operating strategy, driving consistency and continuous improvement, and supporting both organic growth and acquisition integration while maintaining AWG’s entrepreneurial culture and high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience: 12+ years of progressive operational leadership experience. 5+ years in a senior regional or multi-site operational leadership role. Experience in industrial gases, welding supply, industrial distribution, manufacturing, or regulated environments strongly preferred.
• Leadership & Business Acumen: Proven ability to lead geographically dispersed teams. Strong financial acumen with P&L management experience. Demonstrated success driving operational efficiency and measurable performance improvements.
• Communication & Executive Presence: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. Strong decision-making and strategic planning capabilities.
• Technical & Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and industry compliance requirements. Understanding of inventory management, fleet operations, and plant performance metrics. Proficiency in operational reporting systems and ERP platforms.

Preferred Skills

• Experience leading large-scale operational integrations or acquisitions.
• Background in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience managing complex logistics and distribution networks.
• Strong data-driven operational management expertise.