Compass

District Operations Manager- Wood Dale, IL

Compass$80K — $85K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in operations or related field
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication and relationship-building abilities
  • Experience in logistics, route-based distribution, or foodservice
  • Leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Support district operational strategies to enhance service and profitability
  • Resolve day-to-day issues faced by route drivers and field teams
  • Monitor route completion and follow up on operational activities
  • Analyze performance metrics and develop action plans for improvement
  • Coach and train team members to uphold operational standards
  • Ensure exceptional customer service and address escalations promptly
  • Collaborate with district leadership on inventory and labor management

Benefits

  • Retirement Plan
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Pet Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits including Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discount Marketplace
Full Job Description
  • Pay Range: 80,000.00- 85,000.00 w/ Company Car
    *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

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Job Summary

The District Operations Manager supports district leadership in driving operational excellence across Canteen's Refreshment Services business. This role serves as a key operational partner responsible for administrative operations, systems management, reporting, process improvement, and business support functions. The District Operations Manager collaborates with District Managers and cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency, ensure data accuracy, support strategic initiatives, and drive execution of district objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations Leadership
  • Support and execute district operational strategies to drive service excellence, customer retention, and profitable growth.
  • Act as the primary operational resource for route drivers and field teams, resolving day-to-day issues and removing barriers to execution.
  • Ensure successful route completion through proactive monitoring, issue resolution, and operational follow-up.
  • Partner with District Managers to maintain service levels, productivity standards, and operational compliance.

Performance & Analytics
  • Review daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports to monitor route performance, service completion, and productivity metrics.
  • Analyze operational data and trends to identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
  • Collaborate with district leadership and business partners to develop action plans that improve performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Support district forecasting, inventory management, and labor optimization initiatives.

Team Development & Engagement
  • Provide coaching, training, and direction to route drivers and field associates.
  • Reinforce company standards related to safety, customer service, product quality, and operational execution.
  • Support recruiting, onboarding, and development efforts to build a high-performing team.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Customer & Service Excellence
  • Ensure consistent delivery of exceptional customer service across all accounts.
  • Address customer concerns and operational escalations promptly and professionally.
  • Partner with sales and operations teams to support customer retention and growth initiatives.

Operational Support
  • Collaborate with Route Supervisors to ensure adequate coverage and resource allocation across the district.
  • Support special projects, operational initiatives, and business improvement efforts.
  • Assist with route coverage when necessary to ensure uninterrupted service to customers.
  • Maintain compliance with all company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
  • Three or more years of experience in operations, logistics, route-based distribution, retail, foodservice, or refreshment services.
  • Previous leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational and financial data.
  • Experience using performance metrics to drive business results.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making abilities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing business needs.

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Req ID:1547283

Canteen

About Compass

Compass is a real estate technology company that provides an online platform for buying, selling, and renting real estate properties. The company was founded in 2012 by Ori Allon and Robert Reffkin and is headquartered in New York City. Compass has raised over $1.5 billion in funding and has expanded to over 350 offices in the United States, Canada, and Europe. The company's platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to help real estate agents better serve their clients and streamline the buying and selling process. Compass has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing real estate companies in the world and has received numerous awards for its innovative technology and exceptional customer service.
Learn more about Compass
Size
19,000 employees
Market Cap
$910.4 million
Industry
Founded
1941
5 Year Trend
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