Regional Operations Manager

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

With a promote-from-within philosophy and a variety of programs available to support continuous learning, Sims offers the opportunity for a rewarding career. We are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimizes waste and protects the environment.

Summary

As a Regional Operations Manager at Sims Limited, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing operations within your designated region. This position is crucial for driving operational excellence, enhancing customer satisfaction, and fostering sustainable practices that align with our mission to promote recycling and renewable energy. The Senior Operations Manager is responsible for the Management, P & L, and day-to-day operations. The Regional Operations Manager will oversee Sims Metal’s Southeast Region facilities for ferrous and non-ferrous metals processing. This includes Chesapeake, VA, Richmond, VA, Petersburg, VA, Fishersville, VA, Yorktown, and New Bern, NC. The position reports to the Director of Operations. It also has 3 direct reports and 177 indirect reports.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Health and Safety to ensure employees and yard operations are aligned with Sims Metal’s commitment to safety initiatives.
• Manages plant operations managers.
• Partners with the Commercial team to prioritize customer requirements, drive inbound material volumes, and increase margin.
• Develops strategies, business plans, budgets, and programs to contain cost and to increase productivity.
• Implements corporate-sponsored initiatives, including standardized production and budget forecasting/reporting for all sites and departments.
• Knowledge of shears, balers, mobile equipment as well as requisite tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations.
• Partner with the Regional HR team to implement performance management, change management, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Participate in community events.
• Lead and manage regional operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develop strategic plans to enhance operational performance and customer service.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess operational success.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices in recycling processes.
• Foster relationships with clients, stakeholders, and local communities to promote Sims' initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company policies.
• Identify opportunities for growth and expansion within the region.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of proven experience in a managerial role within the scrap metal recycling industry is required. No exceptions will be made!
• Knowledge of port and shipload activities is required.
• Experience with government agencies involving port activities is desired.
• Familiarity with VA and NC environmental and air pollution laws a plus.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to find suitable solutions to productivity issues.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, sustainable engineering, management, is preferred.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

At Sims together we are a diverse group of employees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.