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Location : Onsite, Grainger Canada.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Services & Field Safety Professionals, this role has dual responsibility including leading day‑to‑day operations while driving continuous improvement initiatives with the shop supervisor and working with Sales and Field Operations partners to educate, drive demand and deliver financial goals of services.
Job Responsibilities
Business Leadership
- Grow revenue and market share by developing a strategic plan with the sales team and market manager to meet or exceed incremental sales growth expectations. Own the service center pipeline, assist in closing targeted service opportunities, understand local market conditions, gather market intelligence, monitor close rate and ensure demand generation is being driven at every level.
- Manage operating expenses to balance service and cost to serve while looking for ways to improve processes and remove non‑value‑added activities; full P&L ownership.
- Lead assigned leaders (Supervisor) in the implementation, monitoring, and measurement of core processes, safety, inventory accuracy, standard work, risk management and customer satisfaction.
- Build relationships with key customers to ensure expectations of the business are being met and work proactively to address concerns, leaving no room for the competition to gain a foothold.
- Actively participate in the annual budgeting process by preparing and executing on the operational plan including sales, gross margin, expenses and earnings.
- Proactively drive partnership opportunities with local sales and service leadership to support customer growth.
- Accountable for growing revenue in new and existing accounts year over year.
Operational Excellence
Establish an environment of continuous improvement to optimize services branch profitability and deliver against key performance indicators.Teach, coach and oversee execution of :All day‑to‑day aspects of repair and service of customer‑owned equipment including service call schedules.Supervise a team of service technicians through recruitment, training / development, coaching / counselling and delivery of the Performance Excellence program.Control inventory and manage annual counts.Ensure compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements pertinent to servicing and certifying equipment.Maintain safety awareness for technicians, maintenance, security and cleanliness of work areas.Hold the team accountable and balance the requirements for customer service and profitability.Ensure quality and turnaround commitments are met as per customer expectations.Perform service work as required, including administration (receiving, shipping, quotations, parts ordering / expediting and invoicing).Talent Management
Recruit, select, develop, coach, train, and retain a diverse team.Build a talent pipeline, internal and external, for key roles.Drive accountability of leaders to ensure team members and operations function at the set standards.Identify and develop future leaders and strong contributors through performance tools and succession planning processes.Create an environment where leaders are engaged, empowered, enthusiastic, and committed to the success of the company.Develop intentional action plans to drive ongoing engagement.Maintain an open mind to benefit from diverse thoughts and ideas.Embrace and encourage open‑door feedback sharing culture.Education & Experience
Diploma or equivalent technical certificate; minimum five years with technical / industrial service management, preferably Safety / Fire / MRO.Demonstrated leadership skills developed through previous people‑management experience.Proven track record of positive coaching, team building, training and development of direct reports, with a hands‑on management style.Experience creating compelling presentations with clear storytelling.Demonstrated ability to take ownership of their team and drive increased revenue and profitability.Ability to travel throughout assigned region(s) – approximately 50%.Role may require attendance at customers’ sites and adherence to safety requirements. This includes wearing PPE such as a hard hat, steel‑toed boots, and an N95 mask. Additional requirements will be provided during the recruitment process.
Rewards & Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.Paid time off (PTO) and up to 12 company holidays per year (dependent on home province).Life insurance coverage, including spousal and dependent life insurance.Employee Family Assistance Program.Registered Retirement Savings Plan & Defined Contribution Pension Plan.Educational & Professional Membership Fee Assistance program.Employee discounts, team‑member perks and more.DEI Statement
We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly match this job post as you may still be the right candidate for this role or others, and aspire to create a culture where everyone is comfortable being who they are, can learn and grow to realize their full potential, and is recognized and rewarded for their impact.
We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please inform us so we can provide appropriate assistance.
Pre‑employment background checks are required for all external candidates. Internal candidates undergo a background check when they move from a non‑driving role to a driving role.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industry
Wholesale
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