Assistant District Manager
Waste Connections · $125,000–$140,000 (stated in the posting)
Why Choose Us:
We are Waste Connections of Canada, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.
General Description:
The Assistant District Manager (ADM) works with the District Manager (DM) to manage operations and analyze data and processes in addition to supporting the company's efforts with our operational values and culture. The ADM will work collaboratively with all department heads to ensure that objectives, action plan management and financial results are achieved. This is a hands-on position with employees.
As an Assistant District Manager with us, the minimum responsibilities are:
Approve, monitor and develop safety programs and incentives to ensure teams are focused on our number one value every day, every time and every place.
Actively monitor local market conditions and competitive pricing to identify growth opportunities. Collaborate with the Sales Manager to implement territory planning, productivity measures, and customer acquisition strategies.
Assist the DM in negotiating or directing negotiations on disposal and transportation costs (to landfill) and third party transfer station agreements to optimize waste volumes in our landfills.
Participate in the sale of large volumes of products, develop tenders and manage the day-to-day relationship with the Sales Manager.
Assist the Operations Manager and Sales Manager with container management and compactor sales.
Ensure the ongoing proper administration of collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) and participate in negotiations.
In collaboration with the DM and Controller, assist in the monthly forecasting and annual budget process.
Oversee, as appropriate, sales plans, including territory planning, productivity measures and sales tracking to meet goals.
Builds relationships and liaises with key partners in city government, e.g. Mayor, Waste Division (may appear before City Council) in one or more designated locations Understand the territory, deal with emerging issues and address environmental and waste concerns
Be present at all company events as a front-line executive.
What We Need From You:
Minimum of 5-8 years’ experience in an operations and/or sales management position.
Post-secondary degree, preferably in business or commerce.
Excellent planning, strategic and analytical skills, financial literacy essential.
Highly developed leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
Exceptional sales and negotiation skills, with a strategic and entrepreneurial mindset.
Demonstrate a proven track record of achieving business plan objectives.
Possession of a commercial driver's license is an asset (Class 3, 2 or 1).
Knowledge of the transportation or waste management industry is an asset.
Primarily office-based with occasional site visits.
Light physical effort; may require periodic walking during the day.
Flexible hours, with some early starts (e.g., 4:00 am).
What You’ll Get From Us:
Competitive Wages ($125,000 - $140,000 annually plus bonus and equity)
Retirement Plan with company match; let us help you save for your future
Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision
Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistance Program, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability