Branch Operations Manager

Company Details

Vancer was formed to create custom maintenance-of-way (MOW) equipment for rail clients. Our employees are the cornerstone of our business and key to ensuring we develop and deliver successful solutions that meet the needs of our railroad customers. 

Position Overview

The Branch Operation Manger will have overall responsibility for the critical issues of branch operation and profitability, including sales, sales growth, budgeting, gross margins, operating expenses, safety, customer service, inventory, equipment, building and vehicles, community relations, accounts receivable and resolution of personnel issues.  

If you have any questions prior to applying, please reach out to our Recruiting team at recruiting@vancer.com or 402-891-7555.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:

• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the assigned branch(s) with respect to operations, parts, service, inside sales, transportation & logistics, P/L and employee related items. 
• Builds and manages a competent team by effectively hiring, training and developing employees, delegating work assignments, writing and conducting performance appraisals, coaching and counseling, and administering disciplinary procedures.
• Leads the management and direction of the branch to ensure positive revenue generation, providing the highest standard of customer service and continued excellence in productivity. 
• Identifies areas of improving its competitive position as well as maximizing the profitability of the work location.
• Sets goals, monitors work, and evaluates results to ensure that departmental and organizational objectives and operating requirements are met and are in line with the needs and mission of Vancer.
• Prepares yearly business plan forecasting revenues, expenses, fleet ROI and utilization and overall branch growth
• Handles or assists in the resolution of customer service issues.  Ensures a high level of customer service is at or above goal.
• Continue to increase the market penetration of the branch and increase revenue.
• Directs branch operations including recommending best practices, reducing overall costs, driving revenue growth and supporting customer satisfaction. Develops and maintains branch metrics tracking and reporting branch numbers. Prepares, submits and reports on annual budget proposals. Develops and tracks Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Monitors and ensures safety and environmental compliance. This includes maintaining all records and documentation.

About Vancer

BENEFITS: 

• Medical (and FSA/HSA plans), Dental, Vision Insurances 
• Paid Vacation and Holidays 
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance 
• Supplemental Term Life Insurance 
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing 
• Tuition Reimbursement and In-house Training Dept. 
• Paid Military Leave 
• Short and Long-Term Disability 

ABOUT VANCER: 

Built in Nebraska, Vancer was founded to engineer, build, and distribute quality, innovative and safe maintenance-of-way (MOW) equipment for the railroad industry.  By working closely with Class I railroads, Vancer has developed and supplied high quality, MOW solutions that help maintain thousands of miles of track each year.  At Vancer, we take great pride in keeping our finger on the pulse of the rail industry. We listen. We learn. And we are committed to finding successful solutions for our railroad customers for many years to come.

Vancer is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions. Vancer shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.