div>Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Research grant opportunities and cultivates relationships with local funders; works with Grants Manager to determine appropriate grant targets, assists with development of applications and reports, and works directly with the funder to build the local relationship.Key Responsibilities: Leads, manages, and inspires a diverse team of District Managers, Resident District Managers, and/or Director of Dining Services, and their teams, to provide top-notch service Drives self and team towards building strong relationships with clients at all levels and achievement of KPIs (profitability, safety, engagement, etc.) Serves on regional leadership team; regularly communicates with peers to share best practices, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community Owns all accounts within assigned territory, ensuring input from and thoughtful communication with key partners; makes decisions grounded in balance of risk/reward and short/long term implications Supports RVP in setting cultural tone in region; meets regularly with extended team to ensure transparency, understanding, safety, accountability, and alignment Works with regional team members to ensure Sales and Retention process is smooth for all accounts (presentations, negotiations, etc.) Collaborates with key partners to support regional initiatives Ensures compliance with QA, policy, and USDA program requirements, along with completing all reporting on time Champions development in partnership with RVP within the region; conducts performance evaluations, along with succession planning, with focus on building multi-unit management skills; has full understanding of all roles in operation Owns the financial results/P&L for assigned territory, and works with leadership team to ensure accuracy for reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes Ensures consistent and fair administration of all policies and procedures Recognizes and anticipates marketplace trends; participates in regional strategic planning meetings Required Qualifications: Bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited college or university, or eight (8) years progressive experience in multi-unit foodservice, hospitality management, plant operations management, environmental services, laundry distribution or other Support Services areas in lieu of degree Preferred Qualifications: Strong background in senior leadership roles with exposure to contract/budget management, customer service, people development, food services, negotiations, etc. Has a proven track record of growing a business and leading teams, along with strong financial acumen Has ability to think quickly, analytically, strategically, and accurately Shows expert client relationship, influencing, listening, and communications (written and verbal) skills Champions the inclusion mindset, and is proactive, positive, professional, flexible, and resilient Demonstrates initiative, ownership, multi-tasking, prioritization, and organization skills Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite Extensive travel required in this position Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!