Job Description

ICR Commercial Real Estate and Property Management specializes in sales, leasing, property management, commercial property maintenance, and construction, with offices in Regina and Saskatoon. Since 1993, ICR has been a key player in Saskatchewan\'s real estate market, providing comprehensive services to support the buying, selling, and leasing of commercial properties. They also manage the day-to-day operations of properties, ensuring proper maintenance and handling construction projects, whether for new developments or renovations. With a strong track record of continuous growth, ICR has become essential to the Saskatchewan community, offering a wide range of real estate services and expertise. For more information go to: https://www.icrcommercial.com/POSITION SUMMARY:On behalf of ICR, Essence is recruiting an Operations Manager at its head office in Saskatoon. Reporting to the ownership group, you will work closely with the group to assist in creating and executing the company\'s strategic plan and business goals, ensure that initiatives are effectively followed through, and align day-to-day operations with the organization\'s broader goals under a cohesive company direction.RESPONSIBILITIES:Strategic Leadership: Working closely with the ownership group or executive team to help define long-term goals, priorities, and the overall strategic plan for the business. Lead the execution of business strategies, ensuring all divisions and departments work toward common goals.Operational Leadership: Ensure the broader strategic vision is broken down into actionable initiatives, including setting goals, milestones, and timelines to ensure progress. Regularly track the progress of strategic initiatives and make necessary adjustments to keep the organization on course. This also involves managing risks, adapting to changes, and maintaining flexibility.People Leadership: Leading the company culture, fostering alignment across all teams to ensure consistency in achieving the company\'s overall objectives. Encouraging innovation, where teams consistently look for new ways to improve processes, drive efficiency, and stay ahead of industry trends.Systems and Processes: Refine, design, and integrate organization\xe2\x80\x90wide systems and processes to ensure alignment, operational efficiency, and profitability.IT & Business Infrastructure: Possessing knowledge of IT and business infrastructure and understanding the role of new technologies in driving company success.Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG): Work with the leadership group on ESG initiatives and best practices.REQUIREMENTS:Education and Experience:\xc2\xb7 Post Secondary degree or certificate in business administration, management, or a related field.\xc2\xb7 Progressive career with successful experience in operations management, particularly in coordinating across multiple divisions or departments. Strong leadership skills with the ability to align diverse teams with a unified company direction. Experience driving operational efficiency and ensuring companywide alignment with strategic goals.\xc2\xb7 Strong business acumen and willingness to learn and dive into industry-specific knowledge.\xc2\xb7 Financial astute, ability to work with the CFO to keep abreast of financial budgets and results.\xc2\xb7 Strong understanding of progressive systems and technologyTraits & Competencies:Strategic & Visionary - Thinking long-term, developing strategies, and aligning day-to-day activities with the company\'s goals.Influential \xe2\x80\x93 Ability to influence and align the ownership group without always having direct authority, which is crucial for implementing the company\'s vision.Adaptable \xe2\x80\x93 Given the dynamic nature of operations, being flexible and responsive to changing circumstances is essential.Active Listening and Observation\xe2\x80\x94Understanding the needs of different departments and identifying areas for improvement helps ensure efficient operations.Continuous Improvement & Innovation \xe2\x80\x93 They should constantly seek ways to enhance processes and operational efficiency, which drives organizational growth.Accountability & Transparency \xe2\x80\x93 An operations manager must hold teams accountable and ensure transparency in processes and decision-making.Collaboration & Community Building \xe2\x80\x93 Building strong relationships across departments fosters teamwork and ensures organizational alignment.If you would like to work for a community-focused local organization that can drive operational excellence and impact the strategic direction, this role could be a good fit for you.

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