The Position:
Summit Search Group has been retained by Nirvana Waterworks on the recruitment of their next Regional Manager. Nirvana Waterworks is a dynamic and entrepreneurial waterworks supply company with operations in Winnipeg and Calgary. Co-founded and led by seasoned industry professionals, Nirvana offers a nimble and customer-focused alternative to larger multinational firms. Their company is defined by its commitment to operational excellence, client satisfaction, and a collaborative team culture. Locally owned and operated, Nirvana is focused on continuous growth, innovation, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and partners in the waterworks industry.
Summit Search Group is seeking a hands-on, growth-minded Regional Manager to lead their Winnipeg operations. This leadership role blends branch management, operations oversight, and strategic input, providing a unique opportunity to shape the future of a growing company. The Regional Manager will report directly to the ownership group and will work closely with their senior leadership team to ensure the branch runs smoothly, maintains high service standards, and contributes to long-term business development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the Winnipeg branch, including warehouse functions, sales activities, estimating, and administrative support.
- Lead, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance work environment.
- Act as a key point of contact for internal problem-solving, workflow optimization, and continuous process improvement.
- Maintain and develop client and vendor relationships; participate in sales support functions including bids, estimates, and negotiations.
- Partner with the finance team on budgeting, cost controls, and monthly performance reporting to ensure branch profitability.
- Collaborate with ownership on business strategy, contribute to growth planning initiatives, and identify new opportunities to enhance service offerings.
Qualifications:
- Proven leadership experience in operations, sales coordination, or project management – preferably in construction, distribution, or logistics.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to manage diverse responsibilities and make sound decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop cross-functional teams.
- Financial literacy, including experience working with budgets and performance metrics.
For more information, or to submit your resume, please reach out to Matt Erhard at Summit Search Group, matt.erhard@summitsearchgroup.com
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