Area Manager, Southwest

Company Description

It's more than job. It's a passion.

Doka is one of the world’s leading companies for developing, manufacturing and distributing formwork solutions for use in all fields of the construction sector.  The Doka Group is a company of the Umdasch Group and employs more than 7,000 people in over 160 locations across 70 countries.

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Job Description

Doka USA is looking for an Area Manager to oversee our Southwest branch located in Tomball, TX. The Area Manager will be responsible for directing, administering and coordinating all activities of the Branch in accordance with the policies, goals, and objectives established by Doka USA senior management. The Branch Manager in partnership with management team will achieve the company objectives for the Branch focused on revenue, gross margin and EBIT in accordance with rental rate, discount and profitability guidelines. The individual will also coordinate and prioritize work assignments with Operations and Engineering based on sales and customer needs. The individual will report directly to the Southern Regional Director. 

Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for all aspects of the Branch organization in coordination with Sales, Operations and Engineering as well as full P&L responsibilities 
• Maintains an awareness of, and exercises judgment in areas such as market conditions, competitive activities and general economic conditions, in accordance with governmental, legislative and regulatory matters.
• Utilizing a “hands-on” style, directs and generally supervises activities of the Branch, including, but not limited to, operational, engineering administration, marketing and sales and all aspects of the business with the objective of maximizing profitability and growth.
• Ensures procurement of goods and services is coordinated with the Controller/CFO and Head of Procurement within signing authority limits and in compliance with the procurement guidelines.
• Checks the feasibility of proposals to customers (RFPs) and customer purchase orders.
• Ensures appropriate management of company assets, helps resolve all customer complaints and ensures compliance with the Branch’s fixed cost plans.
• Ensures that required safety training are conducted on an ongoing basis; oversees safety audits and all operations are Doka and OSHA compliant.
• Cultivates a collaborative and welcome company environment, coaches and mentors Branch team

Additional Responsibilities

• Complies with all corporate policies, group strategies and business practices.
• Participates in job site visits as required.
• Other duties and internal projects, required as assigned and appropriate, such as participation in various company committees/teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering/technical undergraduate discipline and/or 5+ years equivalent experience
• Possesses strong leadership skills, excellent management abilities.
• Effectively manages a diverse team and achieves results.
• Able to work as an organized team player in a results-driven, fast-paced environment.
• General knowledge of finance.
• Effectively manages multiple tasks.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills including command of English (speaking, reading, writing).
• Qualitative abilities including strong analytical skills, technical proficiency and effective problem solving skills.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office applications.
• Willing and able to learn new computer systems, products, concepts and techniques.

Additional Information

Doka offers terrific career opportunities, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account, company paid life insurance, supplemental voluntary term life insurance, 401k retirement plan (Roth and Non-Roth), short-term disability, AFLAC policies, paid time off (sick/personal, vacation, floating holiday and company paid holidays) and an exciting opportunity to join as a member of Doka's team.

If working with some of the most impressive construction projects in the US and joining an industry leader excites you, please submit your resume by clicking below. Visit us on-line at www.dokausa.com for additional information on Doka USA, Ltd.

Doka USA, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are interested and have a strong competitive drive, positive attitude, a desire to learn and grow from your experiences, then this is your opportunity to make an immediate difference.

Please submit your resume and apply now.

External candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the USA.