Regional Operations Director - Western Canada

Build Your Career with a National Organization Where Your Expertise Makes an Impact: Source Atlantic, The Bolt Supply House, and Soucie Salo have united to form a national leader in industrial distribution and services. With 600+ employees, 34 branches, and access to over 4,000 global suppliers, we provide specialized technical services, innovative business solutions, and connected solutions through the strategic use of technology and data-driven insights, to empower customers across Canada and beyond. Rooted in resilience, guided by a strong commitment to quality, and fueled by innovation, we are shaping a future of smarter, faster, more connected solutions. We are currently seeking and have an immediate opening to fill the position of Regional Operations Director – Western Canada, ideally based out of Edmonton or Calgary, AB. SUMMARY The Regional Operations Director is responsible for the overall operational performance, organizational effectiveness, and financial results of the Western Canada region, encompassing locations across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. In partnership with the VP, Operations & Supply Chain and executive leadership team, this individual will co-develop and execute multi-year regional operating plans, capital investment priorities, and organizational strategies that support business growth and operational excellence. This individual is accountable for regional operating performance, workforce and organizational design decisions, leadership development, continuous improvement initiatives, and the successful implementation of strategic business priorities. This includes representing the Western Canada region in national leadership forums, supporting merger & acquisition integration activities, and ensuring operational readiness to support future growth while delivering consistent operational excellence across all locations. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and optimize operational performance across all Western Canada service centers, ensuring consistent execution of standards across safety, customer service, productivity, inventory management, and operational excellence. Partner with the VP, Operations & Supply Chain to co-develop and execute multi-year regional operating plans, strategic priorities, and capital investment initiatives. Own the regional operating budget and forecast, including variance analysis, financial performance reviews, and corrective action planning to achieve profitability and growth objectives. Drive regional financial performance, including revenue growth, cost control, margin improvement, working capital management, inventory optimization, and overall profitability. Lead, coach, and develop Branch Managers and regional leaders, strengthening leadership capability, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness across the region. Own workforce and organizational design decisions within the region, including organizational restructuring, branch consolidation initiatives, leadership alignment, and resource planning. Represent the Western Canada region in national leadership meetings, quarterly business reviews, and executive planning discussions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying performance gaps, standardizing processes, implementing best practices, and improving operational efficiency across locations. Lead regional safety performance by monitoring leading and lagging indicators, overseeing incident investigations, conducting root cause analysis, and ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented and sustained. Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, operational controls, and safety standards across all locations. Partner with Regional Sales Leaders and cross-functional teams including Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Technology to align operational capabilities with business objectives and customer requirements. Provide operational leadership and integration support for acqui…

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