As Chief Operating Office for Goodwill Southeast Georgia you create a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, utilizing a highly statistical and data driven approach to solving complex business problems, and process safety management within business segments. You will provide effective and inspiring leadership by being actively involved in all operating units, developing a broad and deep knowledge of all processes.

About Goodwill Southeast Georgia

Welcome to Goodwill Southeast Georgia, a diverse social enterprise headquartered in historic Savannah, Georgia. With an impressive $45 million operating budget, Goodwill Southeast Georgia is committed to positively impacting our diverse community.

Savannah, draped in Spanish moss and rich with historic charm, is the perfect backdrop for our endeavors. Known as the "Hostess City of the South," Savannah offers a unique blend of history, culture, and economic opportunity. Major industries such as hospitality, film, manufacturing, and the upcoming Hyundai Metasite in nearby Bryan County contribute to our region's dynamic growth.

Savannah boasts mild climates and easy access to coastal treasures within a two-hour drive of iconic destinations like Charleston, Hilton Head Island, SC, and Jacksonville, FL. Whether kayaking on Tybee Island, exploring one of Savannah's 22 historic squares, or catching a game at Georgia Southern University, there's never a shortage of things to explore.

We Offer

Competitive pay with opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, company-contribution HSA plan and retirement plan, generous tuition assistance.
Generous PTO and holidays to promote work-life balance.
Thriving Culture based on Teamwork for ongoing support.
FREE Training and Development Opportunities

Your Impact

Identify opportunities for Goodwill to leverage cross operational strengths to take advantage of new opportunities and/or to address organizational challenges.
Lead, coach, and develop Goodwill’s senior management operations’ team with an emphasis on developing capacity in strategic analysis. process improvement, planning and budgeting.
Prepare and submit an annual operational budget for each business segment, manage effectively within this budget, and report accurately on progress made and challenges encountered.
Ensure the continued financial viability of the company’s operational units through sound fiscal management.
Provide programmatic leadership and input for all strategic plan implementation processes with the CEO and staff. Coach directors as they implement the strategic plan and transition program operations.
Develop and implement a system for tracking and reporting on the progress of the strategic plan implementation for each business segment.
Responsible for the development of financial management strategy and contributing to the development of the organization’s strategic goals. In addition to the strategic components, the COO will be charged with developing and implementing more sophisticated policies and procedures in the operational realms.
Oversee, direct, and organize the work of the company’s operational teams.
Apply Servant Leadership to fit the unique needs of each individual or situations.
Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
Ensure staff members receive timely and appropriate training and development.
Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, conduct annual performance appraisals, and administer salary adjustments.
Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach: assign accountabilities; set objectives; establish priorities; and monitor and evaluate results.
Contribute to the development of Goodwill’s strategic goals and objectives as well as the overall management of the organization.
Maintain continuous lines of communication, keeping the President/CEO informed of a critical issue.
Represent the organization externally, as necessary.

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and 7+ years’ experience in a senior management position. Advanced degree preferred.
Proven track record leading dynamic production operations.
Deep knowledge of Continuous Improvement Process, Kaizen; Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.
Excellence in organizational management with the ability to coach senior-level staff to create high-performance teams that develop and implement substantial operational strategies.
Proven ability to lead and manage people and situations effectively and consistent with our core values and servant leadership mindset.
Extensive experience in managerial finance including operations budgeting, fiscal management, oversight of financial aspects in business segments with multi-million-dollar budgets.
Track record of effectively leading an organization with a complex array of business segments with the ability to leverage strengths across areas, excellent project management skills.
Detail and performance oriented with a proven ability to manage operations.
Demonstrates integrity, strives for excellence in her/his work, and has experience of leading and inspiring others to new levels of effectiveness and operational impact.
Analytic and decisive decision maker with the ability to prioritize and communicate to staff key objectives and tactics necessary to achieve organizational goals.
Unwavering commitment to quality programs and data-driven program evaluation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent public speaking skills.
Action-oriented, entrepreneurial, flexible, and innovative approach to operational management.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment and maintain a flexible work schedule.
Passion, humility, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed.
Experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
Must have a valid GA driver’s license, valid insurance, ability to be insured under the company’s vehicle insurance policy.

In Southeast Georgia, creativity and innovation thrive, paving the way for expansion and development. Join our team at Goodwill Southeast Georgia and become part of our network of change-makers dedicated to making a difference in our community. Let's do GOOD together.

Join us in our commitment to sustainability and making a positive contribution to our community. Our values guide everything that we do.

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Goodwill is an EEO employer and is committed to serving members of the military, Veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Our goal is to help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country. Goodwill provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application system as a result of your disability. Applicants with disabilities may contact Goodwill’s Human Resources Department at 912.354.6611 for assistance in accessing the on-line application system. Please be sure to include your name, preferred method of contact, and details on your requested accommodation. Goodwill will make every effort to respond to your request promptly.

Goodwill is one of the most recognized and respected brands in the country, and a career here means you become a part of transforming lives and helping people in your own neighborhood.

We make a difference in the community.
We offer competitive wages & benefits.
We believe in promoting from within
We support our associates in achieving their highest level of personal and professional growth.

COME JOIN OUR TEAM AT GOODWILL SOUTHEAST GEORGIA!

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