What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Operations Supervisor position at IGT?
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
OVERALL OBJECTIVE & PURPOSE
- The Business Operations Supervisor will have oversight for the day-to-day operations of assigned business unit, including the Lottery- managed retail store and prize payment centre (Lottery-managed store), ensuring business profitability, operational efficiencies and stakeholder relationship management.
- The Business Operations Supervisor will lead employees by example by modelling IGT values and reinforcing the company’s mission, vision and strategic goals in order to drive the successful performance of the business.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Is responsible for the day-to-day operations and administrative functions of the assigned business unit(s), including the Lottery- led store(s), ensuring consistent, timely, successful delivery of business goals and critical metrics, in strict compliance with business regulations, policies, processes, timelines and budget, while maintaining a high level of confidentiality, professionalism and approach demonstrative of the IGT values
- Enables an environment of timely, efficient and high “Customer-first” service levels across the business
- Working alongside business and department leads, responsibilities include but not limited to: Strategic business planning, execution, assessment, reporting, P&L management, Oversight for Lottery-managed store(s) revenue driving initiatives
- Customer Relationship Management: Internal: Employee Integrated Talent Management (ITM) process. External: Retail Agents, Players, Winners, Partners, Suppliers etc. Fleet and Facility management
- Ensures the Lottery-managed store represents the model agent location, through proactive, sustained, consistent execution and delivery of company standard methodologies backed by a high level of professionalism and cheerful customer service experience
- Implements, analyzes and reports on plans/ initiatives geared towards attaining sales and revenue goals and business development opportunities, in collaboration with various functional departments (sales, marketing, legal, compliance, finance, P&T, etc.)
- Analyzes operations, financial and other reports and information to ensure attainment of company goals and targets; proactively identify and implement remedial action when needed
- Closely monitors, reports and recommends timely solutions to macro, micro and competitor developments that are directly and indirectly business impacting
- Participates in the planning, strategy and contract renewals process (across all aspects of the business)
- Handles resources to ensure operational efficiencies, improving productivity, performance and employee retention by fostering an environment hinged on the company’s mission, vision and values. Duties include (but not limited to): recruitment, resource management, engagement, evaluation and assessment, disciplinary action, coaching, mentoring, training and development and ensuring enforcement of company’s policies and processes
- Implements research projects, market and customer assessments to identify/ support business development opportunities and improve overall operations and customer experience
- Ensures the execution of market, corporate, brand and customer relationship activities to ensure the company’s brand, image and reputation is well represented and protected
- Coordinates site’s Disaster Recovery Plan and other emergency management activities, including business preparation and recovery efforts, employee training and communication
REQUIREMENTS
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Management, Sales or Operations preferred. Managerial/business management certification will be an asset
- Experience in Project Management desirable but not required
Experience
5 years in a similar position
CRUCIAL REQUIREMENTS
- A natural motivator and supporter of change, challenging the status quo and champion of new initiatives within the company's strategic parameters
- Experience in business management and discipline with an eye on return on investment and business development
- Strong Digital literacy, with experience in MS Office programs (including but not limited to Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Highly professional attitude with outstanding business etiquette, networking, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written, presentation, business reporting, public-speaking skills), and a passion to deliver stellar customer service
- Confirmed ability to lead and successfully get results a multifaceted, driven, fast-paced environment, working independently or with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams and partners (internal and external)
- Ability to train, coach, mentor, and evaluate the performance of staff
- Genuinely demonstrates a high level of integrity and maintains confidentiality of information acquired on the job
- Focused, well-adapted and self-motivated, maintaining a positive attitude and proactive, solutions -focused approach, even if performing under stressful circumstances
- Well organized with strong time management skills
- Creative, out of the box thinker, with a natural passion and aim for success, with a keen eye for detail
- Keen attention to details and accepts ownership and accountability
- Strong organizational skills, attentive to details and ability to follow up
- Strong interpersonal skills fluent in English and articulate with strong written, verbal and presentation skills
- Creative, out of the box thinker, with a natural passion and contribute to perfection
- Flexible to work extended hours based on business needs (evenings, weekends, public holidays)
- Possess a driver’s license and clear driving record
- Willing to travel on an "as needed" basis
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IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, and to creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, covered veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable local, state, federal laws or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.
All IGT employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.
IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the global leader in gaming. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.