About this position
BETTER MOBILITY FOR LIFE
Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Savaria employs 2,500 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.
Position Summary
The Direct Store Operations Coordinator provides operational support to Savaria’s direct store network by helping improve daily processes, supporting systems and assisting with the standardization of business practices across all locations. This role works closely with store teams, operations leadership to ensure consistent, efficient execution.Our ideal Direct Store Operations Coordinator has experience in the construction trade ,operational related projects & project management. We’re seeking a quick learner with strong negotiating skills, and someone with a track record of success who can inspire the same in others.
We are looking for a Direct Store - Support Project Coordinator to join our team.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day operational support to the direct store network
- Assist store teams in resolving operational issues related to workflows, tools, and procedures.
- Support new store openings, transitions, and operational initiatives as required
- Assist with the implementation of new or updated products, tools, and systems that enhance store operations
- Track project implementation progress using Microsoft Lists, and provide status updates on all open projects
- Document current-state and future-state processes and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Develop, maintain, and distribute standardized operating procedures, guidelines, and tools across all direct store locations
- Support consistent adoption of standardized business practices while accommodating regional or regulatory requirements
- Coordinate and schedule team calls/meetings to review training materials, new updates, and internal communications
- Assist with audits, operational reviews, to ensure new processes are followed.
- Travel and support the locations at a local level as needed.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- An Associate’s Degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in construction trade is a plus
- Very competent IT skills including Excel, Word, Outlook and other MS products.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required.
- Good follow up and conflict resolution skills needed to close tasks and projects.
- Comfortable working with operational systems and tools (ERP, CRM)
- The ability to handle multiple competing priorities.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, career-oriented individual desirous of being part of a large, evolving, and successful global organization with the ability to impact future success. This role is a chance to shape your career and the future of Savaria! Join us!