Regional Operations Director - Southeast

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for operational excellence and business development? Do you excel at analyzing complex business challenges and transforming vision into actionable, results‑driven strategies? Are you ready to shape the future of our Southeast Region … leading a high‑performing, multi‑site team and building on a strong foundation to strengthen our regional strategy, support our employees and customers, and drive continued growth?

If you answered yes to these questions, we should talk!

ASSA ABLOY is expanding and there has never been a more exciting time to join our Team!

Come see who we are at:

• Driving performance and growth:
  Partner with Door Group company leaders in your region and national brand factories to enhance operational performance, meet customer needs, and strengthen satisfaction and growth.
• Leading regional business development:
  Collaborate with Door Group and Door Security Solutions (DSS) leadership to define regional strategy, develop programs that drive door and frame sales, and maintain close relationships with customers to continually improve their experience.

• Own and drive the regional strategy to achieve operational excellence, growth, and strong customer relationships
• Drive accountability for performance and results across the Door Group companies in your region, partnering closely with local leadership
• Collaborate with national manufacturing leadership to ensure best‑in‑class service and the continued growth of our national brands
• Partner with Door Security Solutions (DSS) leadership to develop and execute sales strategies that support regional growth
• Engage directly with key regional partners and customers to strengthen relationships and improve satisfaction
• Coordinate with DSS, pricing, and branding teams to deliver competitive, well‑positioned solutions that maximize our portfolio
• Identify and present strategic investment and product development opportunities that drive business results
• Champion lean principles and operational excellence, coaching and mentoring stakeholders at all levels to embed continuous improvement
• Support safe, healthy, and high‑performing work environments through effective leadership and engagement with site teams
• Lead, motivate, and develop your team, providing feedback, coaching, and guidance to strengthen performance and collaboration across the region
• Contribute to special assignments and strategic projects as needed
• Maintain a safe and harmonious working environment holding self and others accountable to OSHA and ASSA ABLOY standards
• Assure compliance with federal, state, local and corporate policies, regulations, AADG programs and policies and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience in the door and hardware business or related industry with at least 5 years’ experience in an operations or manufacturing role
• 7+ years’ experience in a managerial role with responsibility for directing a staff
• Previous acquisition experience a plus
• Proven record in business planning and analysis, business development and continuous improvement
• Ability to travel throughout the region and the U.S. up to 50%

We believe in creating opportunities and providing benefits that empower you to grow, thrive, and build a rewarding lifelong career with us. Here is just a sample of what you can look forward to as a member of our team:

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long‑term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Program with company contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities
• Flexible Spending
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount portal
• Recognition, well‑being, and employee experience programs designed to support and celebrate you throughout your career

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us.

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