Region Vice President

Rumpke is a family owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

The Region Vice President interacts with local management, corporate management, employees, and vendors to provide direction and guidance related to operational and procedural activities in accordance with goals and objectives. This position oversees all operational aspects of the business within the assigned market area. Region VP oversees the management of the day-to-day operations and establishes performance and productivity metrics, and operating procedures, and ensures standards are met.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the market and provide daily support to managers in ensuring quality and budget performance.
• Conduct and facilitate weekly/monthly operational meetings to ensure action plans, P & L, and organizational objectives meet or exceed expectations.
• Develop business opportunities and relationships including potential acquisitions or new service offerings that complement current operations.
• Analyze, monitor, review, and recommend cost-effective measures in accordance with the goals and objectives of the market.
• Respond, recommend, and take proactive measures to increase profitability within the market.
• Maintain positive relationships with Area President, Area Controller, Area Management Group, and Corporate.
• Monitor budget and operating metrics and require the diagnosing and improving of processes, procedures, and performance.
• Manage direct reports, including hiring, training, performance management, counseling, safety, etc.
• Interact with customers and local, state, and federal government employees to resolve customer service concerns, and ensure regulatory compliance standards are met.
• Work with the maintenance department to monitor and improve fleet utilization, repair, and maintenance costs.
• Forecast, implement, and monitor hauling, landfill, and recycling budget and business plans.
• Monitor and enforce quality and safety standards and ensure all compliance goals are met or exceeded.
• Initiate regular P & L reviews to ensure that budgets are met.
• Develop and implement programs for optimal equipment utilization, maintenance and labor, and material costs.
• Approve expenses and manage the budget for the operations department.
• Formulate short and long-term goals and action plans with the Area President
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with employees, co-workers, and management.
• Perform all tasks in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will manage 1 to 10 employees.
• This position will oversee and direct other managers.

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Knowledge of the waste industry including hauling, landfill, and recycling operations.
• Current knowledge of safety regulations, requirements, and compliance laws (DOT, OSHA, EPA).
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of the area.
• Demonstrated problem solving, analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Computer skills; proficient in Windows and Microsoft applications; AS400, and Lotus Notes applications a plus.
• Excellent customer service and personnel management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a market and the desire to help the organization improve and grow.
• Process and results-oriented with a commitment to organizational success.
• Ability to prioritize work and the placement of personnel, equipment, and material.
• Must have excellent negotiation skills.

Physical Requirements in a Regular workday:

• Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 20lbs.
• Frequently sitting/standing/walking in office environment.
• Occasionally working outside in changing temperature, wet/humid conditions.
• Occasionally working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, other airborne matter.

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Have a valid Class B CDL, preferred.
• Ability to travel between offices, as required.
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays.
• Must be available for 24-hour emergency calls.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver's license (if applicable).
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Location: Broadview Heights, OH, US

Posted Date: 11/24/2024