Vice President of Operations

Midwest Transit Equipment, Inc. seeks a Vice President of Operations. This position will be based out of Kankakee, IL but will require traveling to all of our locations throughout the Midwest.

About Midwest Transit Equipment:

For over 45 years, we have been known for our honesty and integrity in our dealings with both our manufacturers and customers. We take pride in our reputation for offering quality vehicles, exceptional service and affordable prices. We strive to emphasize excellence through our attention to detail and our quality service. We maintain thousands of vehicles at eight locations in five states, a $8 million parts inventory and over 300 employees committed to providing safe, comfortable and reliable transportation for our customers around the world.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a Vice President of Operations to oversee day-to-day operations of our nine locations throughout Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Missouri. This position will define and implement operations, strategy, structure, and processes.

Responsibilities:

• Establishes, implements, and communicates the strategic direction of the Company Operations Department
• Collaborates with Executive Leadership to develop and meet company goals while advising and guiding the operations team
• Collaborates with other Departments to ensure objectives are being met
• Reviews and approves cost estimates and staffing requirements
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and vendors
• Work with Director of Service to ensure Company is following all procedures and efficiency times set by Navistar/OEM
• Understand, communicate, and evaluate all vendors and International Warranty guidelines, approval processes, and policies
• Review location Monthly/Quarterly Parts Sales
• Review Service Department Productivity and Efficiency Report
• Participate in Department Meetings & drive meetings with department managers to keep a “team” focus amongst all employees.
• Review Prestige Rating with Operations Managers. Develop and implement procedure to ensure each locations retains or improves rating
• Monitor workload and Overtime accrued by each location.
• Knowledge of State regulations regarding school buses
• Communication with Human Resources Manager on all employee issues
• Develop and Train leaders within the company
• Enforce all company policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA and EPA regulations
• Conduct annual Performance Reviews
• Travel to MTE locations as needed
• Attend Conferences and Trade shows

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 10 years of dealership experience is required
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office – Word, Excel
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop department staff members
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Discretionary Annual Company Bonus
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Company paid for Life Insurance, Short & Long term Disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth

Midwest Transit Equipment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, sexual orientation, military status, order of protection status or unfavorable discharge from military service. Midwest Transit Equipment is also proud to be a Drug Free workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kankakee, IL 60901

Salary : $100,000 - $150,000