Associate Director, West Region - ADESA (Can live anywhere in MT or PT Time Zone)

The role

You will lead a high performing team of General Managers across approximately 10 auction sites. You will provide senior level leadership to deliver results on key business initiatives and manage regional operations.

What you will do

• Provide local auction leadership senior level direction to support business goals
• Build and leverage strong relationships throughout the organization and with key customers
• Identify project prioritization and drive key business initiatives across the region
• Participate in the development and implementation of strategic plans and objectives
• Advise senior leaders on strategic goals using business, financial, and operational information
• Utilize data to identify areas of opportunity and recommend solutions
• Ensure efficient and economical performance of regional operations and individual locations
• Partner with project management and operations teams for change management execution
• Provide mentoring and accountability to a team of General Managers
• Ensure team members and General Managers adhere to established safety policies

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Must live in the Pacific or Mountain Time Zone or be open to relocating to an area within one of these time zones
• Ability to travel up to 60% of the time
• Minimum of 8 years of experience leading complex business transformation initiatives, developing people, and solving complex operational problems in a high-volume environment
• A strong understanding and an excellent track record of leading operations, specifically Auction Operations
• A proven track record of leading and growing exempt-level leaders
• Proven ability to resolve complex issues without guidance from others
• Highly proficient with computer systems and applications
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment
• Proven ability to provide valuable and actionable feedback
• Must be qualified to operate a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license

Nice to have

• Knowledge and understanding of key operations principles (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, etc.) is beneficial

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Quality Benefits
• Holiday and Paid Time Off
• Education and Equipment Reimbursement Programs
• Matching 401(k)
• Career Path Opportunities

Before you apply

• Must live within a commutable distance to a major airport
• Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check
• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

About the company

ADESA, a Carvana owned company, currently operating over 50 locations throughout the US. Their auto auctions provide a wide array of vehicle services including repair & reconditioning, auction remarketing, and market hub distribution centers.