Vice President, Operations - Vancouver, Canada - Great Canadian

Great Canadian

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

4 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Position Summary:

As a key member of the executive team, and under the general direction of the Chief Operating Officer, the Regional Vice President, Operations - BC Regional is responsible for developing and implementing both short and long-term tactical and strategic plans in accordance with business goals and objectives.

This position helps to drive and grow Great Canadian's business in an efficient and effective manner by providing guidance and strategy to operational teams.

The Regional Vice President, Operations - BC Regional will be directly responsible for the leadership and management of the Company's operations in a defined region, including casino operations, racing, food & beverage and various support services.

As the Regional Vice President, Operations - BC Regional, this role ensures adherence to all policies and procedures, motivates and leads by example; and fosters a culture of learning & development while establishing a safe and welcoming work environment for all team members.

Key Accountabilities:

Provides business leadership to the following locations: Hastings Racecourse & Casino, Chances Dawson Creek, Elements Casino Chilliwack, Chances Maple Ridge, Elements Casino Victoria and Casino Nanaimo
Collaborates with the Senior Management Team (SMT) to provide leadership, operational expertise and strategic direction to the organization and all operational teams
Develops performance objectives and delivers performance evaluations for direct reports
Develops and controls annual budget and longterm financial plans, as well as oversees the operation of all functions within the defined region to ensure budgets, policies and procedures are being consistently followed and maintained
Responsible for profit and loss (P&L) for all properties within the defined region
Creates, directs and supports efforts by leveraging innovative ideas, technology and resources to maximize revenue
Executes on enterprise talent to develop and build bench strength
Identifies and evaluates risks to the Company, both internal and external
Monitors Company performance against established goals
Provides leadership for strategic business development
Sets strategic objectives for the defined region and ensures that planning initiatives are implemented to maximize strategic growth
Stays current on latest developments in best practices and related regulatory requirements in order to advise the business how to manage the associated risks in an appropriate and timely manner
Maintains an ongoing awareness of competitors, ensuring the Company is a competitive player in the marketplace.
Provides senior level leadership through the execution of strategic initiatives with concise and detailed communication
Responsible for proactively managing and maintaining strong and effective working relationships by liaising and communicating with all operational teams, applicable regulatory bodies and provincial partners
Liaises and communicates proactively and effectively with executives, board members and all appropriate operations within the defined region
Manages other initiatives as required or as directed by the Chief Operating Officer within the scope of responsibilities and capabilities of the position
Champions and participates in events for the Company's PROUD program
Develops and cultivates strong working relationships with all stakeholders; guests, management and team members
Ensures compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations
Manages other initiatives as required

Education and Qualification Requirements:

Minimum 10 years diversified business experience with at least five recent years in a senior role in a customer centered and client services enterprise; experience operating in a casino environment an asset
Demonstrated experience with all levels of business; ability to act as a business partner to the CEO and COO
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse workforce to achieve common objectives, within a complex reporting structure
Exceptional financial acumen required
Change management experience (acquisitions, downsizing, new lines of business, new technology implementation) an asset
Strong analytical skills and ability to grasp complex concepts quickly required
Proven ability to develop and lead teams that exceed internal and external expectations through timely, effective and service oriented communication (verbal and written)
Able to obtain gaming registration in multiple jurisdictions comprehensive background checks and disclosure of personal and financial information directly to gaming regulators required