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District General Manager (Vending and Coffee Services)


Company : Compass Group Canada


Location : Edmonton, Alberta


Created : 2026-05-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

The District General Manager directs and manages operations to achieve short and long-term profit and total volume objectives and is accountable for client retention and revenue growth. Now, if you were to come on board as a District General Manager (Vending & Coffee Services) , we''d ask you to do the following for us: Interpret and ensure compliance with policies, procedures and guidelines to promote consistent application within the district including Quarterly Customer Service Route Rides Quarterly, Grand Opening Events for New Business, Associate Annual Appraisals, Effective Route Scheduling, and other standard operational procedures added as needed Ensure District is in compliance with Corporate retailing and purchasing programs as well as minimum standards by product category With the Controller''s input and collaboration, develop accurate district budgets and forecasts Analyze financial statements and flash reports for areas of profit improvement and recommend action Provide operational perspective and quantify potential business opportunities, including review of computations and the validation of assumptions, to ensure proper ROI Teach operators on how to better understand and use financial statements Provide accurate and relevant data for operational reviews Analyze existing accounts for opportunities to provide better service and generate a better financial return, including the proper optimization of assets Establish and maintain effective client contact at the appropriate client level including identifying clients'' needs, communicating account progress, promoting new Company programs and ensuring clients are aware of current applicable government regulations Document business content of client meetings as well as schedule and coordinate placement and/or removal of equipment at accounts Conduct and/or monitor customer, client and associate satisfaction surveys Participate in the sales process, negotiate contracts and approve new business proformas. Ensure consistent and equitable administration of human resource policies, procedures and guidelines to facilitate effective employee relations and support the preferred employer focus Oversee Health & Safety meetings, work safely, promote safety and maintain a clean work environment Recruit, train, assign, motivate, coach, recognize, develop and performance manage team Establish and maintain effective community relations; participate in professional and civic activities and make appropriate public appearances Think you have what it takes to be our District General Manager (Vending & Coffee Services) ? We''re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here''s how we''ll know you will be successful: Bachelor''s Degree combined with 5 to 10 years'' related experience and training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Proven ability to lead, motivate, develop and performance manage a team Analytical; comfortable working extensively with figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages Demonstrated practical problem solving skills Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint Must have a valid driver''s license Flexible for occasional overnight travel as needed What''s in it for you? Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World''s Most Admired Companies. The opportunities with us are endless. As the world''s largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates. Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe. Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage. A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information. We are as diverse as our guests. We believe diverse and inclusive environments support innovation and collaboration, and benefit our associates, clients, and customers. We are committed to Listen, Learn, and Act and our Diversity Inclusion Action Councils (DIAC) are associate led groups that seek to foster inclusion through cultural awareness, engagement and appreciation of diversity. We are Stronger, Together! Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply. For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact for further information. #J-18808-Ljbffr