Field Service Manager - London, Canada - Patterson Companies, Inc.

Patterson Companies, Inc.

Verified Company

London, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Summary:

What can you expect as a Field Service Manager? As a Service Manager with Patterson Dental, you will partner with the Operations Manager and General Manager to develop local market service strategy by aligning branch and corporate initiatives to encourage growth of current business and cultivate new customers.

You will direct and supervise all service functions, including but not limited to:
repair and installation of dental equipment and technology, customer service, operating statements, and inventory management.

This role requires a unique skill-set that bridges the relationship between technical services and sales functions, which could include a service team upwards of 10 people.

In addition, this role is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of best practices, standards, and service procedures while identifying process improvement opportunities.

Building connections for healthier communities Patterson Companies and our dedicated teams create healthier communities by building strong partnerships, one person at a time.

We connect expertise to inspired ideas, products and services while creating a relevant, memorable difference in the lives of our clients and their customers.

As a market leading dental and animal health company, we supply technology, products and equipment, as well as marketing, support and logistics services across North America and the U.K.

Essential Functions:

As a Service Manager you will:

Partner with the Operation Manager to develop Service Department budgets and allocate financial resources to achieve business goals through top-line growth and reduction in operational waste.
Use KPIs, manage branch profit and loss performance through creation of best practices and optimization of efficient employee and department workflows in support of operational process improvement and all associated asset management.
Develop and manage project plans in support of the sales and technical service lifecycle, including delegating responsibilities to technical service, and operations staff and holding staff accountable for executing on project deliverables.
Manage parts inventory processes and inventory turns, including the resolution of inventory variances.
Responsible for building strong relationships with customers as well as building strong working alliances with internal departments or facilities to ensure proper management of the service lifecycles.
Partner with relevant branch and company departments to develop a successful and healthy Service Department through designing and executing on a team and customerfocused culture by finding the knowledge and skills to bridge operational gaps, creating optimal workflows, and aligning internal processes.
Responsible to ensure our service technicians are compliant with company and regulatory standards (i.e. xray compliance, rental equipment reporting, etc.).
Review and evaluate the work of direct reports to assess job performance by completing regular performance reviews and holding direct reports accountable for meeting. performance standards and departmental performance goals.
Encourage the growth of all direct and indirect reports through skill development and goal setting.
Coach, motivate, and recognize the accomplishments of all employees to expand job performance, increase engagement, and commitment.
Actively work with Operations Manager to determine personnel needs to ensure branch obligations are met and participating in the talent selection process including hiring and promotion recommendations.
Resolve employee concerns in an effective, prompt, and consistent manner and promote an inclusive environment where different employee perspectives are valued.
Ensure team direction and work support and are aligned with Patterson strategic priorities.
Communicate organization information through department meetings and regular interpersonal communication.
Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid drivers license and clean driving record required
3+ years of managing fieldbased service repair technicians
3+ years demonstrated experience in leading teams and fostering highly collaborative work environments, championing innovation, and advancing the capabilities of high performing teams
3+ years of experience managing KPI reporting through drawing insights from the data and analyzing trends
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft 365 and experience with MS Excel Field Service
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.