Ferrellgas

District Manager

Ferrellgas$75K — $95K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • DOT or propane gas experience
  • CDL with hazmat endorsement
  • Understanding of distribution and dispatching
  • Expense management expertise
  • Strong communication skills for team and customer interaction
  • U.S. citizenship or authorized work status without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Act as the business owner for the district, managing P&L and budget
  • Engage with field operations for daily smooth functioning and customer relationship management
  • Select, train, and coach employees, fostering teamwork and high performance
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and relevant regulations
  • Promote customer retention and loyalty through service excellence
  • Drive sales growth and capture new business opportunities
  • Set performance goals for locations and provide feedback for development
  • Travel between locations to ensure operational success and address challenges

Benefits

  • Hands-on leadership role with direct impact on operations
  • Opportunity for professional growth and employee development
  • Engagement in a customer-centric culture
  • Multi-location management experience
  • Dynamic work environment with travel opportunities
Full Job Description
Overview

Ferrellgas is seeking a District Manager to join the Green Bay, WI team. As the District Manager, you will embody business ownership, setting a benchmark for excellence while inspiring your team to embrace new opportunities, safeguard our customer base, and expand market share. This position is primarily field-based, requiring active engagement in operations, customer interactions, and employee development, with necessary travel between locations. Experience in the propane or oil and gas industry would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • District Leadership & Business Ownership: Act as the business owner for the district, taking full accountability for the district's P&L, budget management, safety performance, sales growth, and personnel development.
  • Field Operations & Customer Interaction: Engage directly with field operations to ensure smooth daily operations, develop and maintain customer relationships, and resolve any issues that arise to drive customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Employee Management & Development: Select, train, and coach district employees, fostering a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and high performance. Create and sustain an environment that supports employee morale and engagement, ensuring the development of talent within the district.
  • Safety & Compliance: Ensure district operations comply with company safety standards, DOT regulations, and other applicable laws. Continuously monitor safety performance and ensure all locations are adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
  • Customer Service & Retention: Instill and uphold a customer service culture that emphasizes customer retention, building strong relationships, and ensuring customer loyalty. Identify and implement opportunities to improve service levels and expand market share.
  • Sales & Market Expansion: Drive sales growth within the district, capturing new business opportunities and expanding market share. Monitor competitor activity and market trends to stay ahead of industry shifts and customer needs.
  • Performance Management: Set clear performance goals for each location within the district, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives. Review performance regularly, providing feedback, support, and development opportunities to employees.
  • Travel & Multi-Location Management: Travel between district locations as needed to ensure operational success, assess challenges, and provide leadership support. Manage resources effectively to meet operational demands and customer expectations.
  • Team Leadership & Culture: Inspire and motivate the team to embrace new opportunities, champion the district's vision, and achieve business goals. Serve as a role model for leadership, accountability, and operational excellence.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
  • DOT or propane gas experience
  • CDL with hazmat endorsement
  • Solid understanding of distribution and dispatching
  • Solid understanding of expense management concepts
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on team building and developing a positive rapport with company employees at all levels as well as customers
  • Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States
  • Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Work Environment:
  • This is a field-based, hands-on leadership position. Travel between district locations is required.
  • The role may involve extended hours, including evenings and weekends, depending on operational needs and customer requirements.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and be part of our growing team!

About Ferrellgas

Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. is an American supplier of propane founded in 1939. Ferrellgas has corporate operations in the Kansas City suburbs of Liberty, Missouri and Overland Park, Kansas. Ferrellgas provides propane for homes, businesses, and vehicles. Ferrellgas operates in all 50 states of the United States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Ferrellgas is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol FGP.
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