The Company

Established in 1958, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (NYSE and TSX: RBA) is the world’s largest industrial auctioneer, selling more equipment to on-site and online bidders than any other company in the world. The Company has over 110 locations in more than 25 countries including 38 auction sites worldwide. Ritchie Bros. sells, through unreserved public auctions, a broad range of used and unused industrial assets, including equipment, trucks and other assets utilized in the construction, transportation, agricultural, material handling, mining, forestry, petroleum and marine industries. The Company maintains a web site at www.rbauction.com and sponsors an equipment wiki at http://www.ritchiewiki.com /.

The Role

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers seeks a dynamic leader as our Manager, Regional Operations (MRO) in Chicago, Illinois.  Reporting to the Regional Manager, the MRO will play an integral role in the continuing success of the Chicago operation. 

Our Chicago sale site generates revenues in excess of $100 million per year generated through 5 on-site and 3 off-site sales.  The sales are supported by a core operations staff of 12 dedicated full-time employees and many part-time and sale day staff.  The Chicago facility is located on a total of 100 acres of which 60 acres are set aside for future expansion.

In this role you will take responsibility for the management of the auction yard, customer service and administrative side of the business. The MRO will provide leadership in the areas of operational performance, customer relations, continuous process improvement and employee development.

If you are ready to roll up your sleeves and take on a new and exciting challenge in a stable, growth-oriented business, please read on to learn more. 

The Key Responsibilities

·                    Build, manage and motivate a strong, competent team by developing employees to their full potential and by creating a culture of achievement.

·                    Develop or assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the fiscally responsible, efficient and safe operation of the sale site. 

·                    Maintain an environment of continuous improvement.

·                    Prepare and monitor operational action plans and operating budgets.

·                    Oversee all financial activities of the region.

·                    Develop and implement projects and programs to assist in accomplishing established goals.

·                    Evaluate and/or negotiate contracts for the purchase of services in coordination with the purchasing department.

·                    Oversee contract management including appraisal processing, contract preparation and processing, lien/encumbrance searches and post-sale file archiving.

·                    Coordinate and implement internal financial reporting systems, financial controls, and management information systems.

·                    Oversee and be involved in maintaining customer service levels.

The Requirements

·                    University degree in the field of Business Management or Commerce and/ or 5 years related work experience.

·                    Five years experience managing and/or directing operations in a medium or large business or business division.

·                    Proven experience in operations planning and policy development.

·                    Knowledge of business theory, business processes, management, budgeting, and business office operations.

·                    Demonstrated ability to manage operations to support evolving business goals.

·                    Strong understanding of human resource management principles, practices, and procedures.

·                    Strong leadership and coaching skills.

·                    Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills in English.  Fluency in Spanish or another language is preferred but not required.

·                    Highly self-motivated and self-directed.

·                    Keen attention to detail.

·                    Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

·                    Experience working effectively in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

·                    A high degree of personal integrity.

·                    A strong work ethic without sacrificing your sense of humor or your ability to have fun on the job!

Interested?

This is a valuable opportunity for anyone interested in developing a long-term career with a great company in a unique and fun business. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers offer a competitive total compensation package including

• Base salary plus performance-based bonus.
  
• Company vehicle
  
• Comprehensive health and dental and other group benefits.
  
• 401(K) with company match.
  
• Employee share purchase plan with company match.
  
• Company vehicle, laptop, Blackberry.
  
• Expense account.

To make your bid for this excellent position, please search our Current Opportunities under “Auction Operations Management” by clicking here  .

This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the United States.

We thank all applicants, however, at this time only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Candidate selection is made by the Corporate Recruitment Team.  Please do not call the local sale site staff about this position.