Operations Manager Western Canada

• Lumber
• Buulding Materials
• Management

Western Canada Operations Manager
Calgary, AB
Lumber | LBM Distribution | Dealer Channel Focus
130-150K + Bonus + Car allowance + Benefits + RRSP

Our client, a well-established and highly respected player in the building materials manufacturing space, is looking to add a Western Canada Sales Manager to lead and grow its regional operations.

With a strong footprint across Canada and a diversified product offering within lumber and specialty wood products, the organization has built long-standing relationships with dealers, contractors, and key industry partners.

The Opportunity

This role offers full ownership of a Western Canadian business unit exceeding $100M in annual revenue, including complete P&L responsibility.
You will oversee 5 distribution centers and lead a team of approximately 70-80 employees, playing a key role in both strategic direction and day-to-day execution.

What This Role Really Needs

We are specifically looking for someone who comes from the industry and understands it at a granular level:

• Strong knowledge of lumber, wood products, and building materials distribution
• Deep understanding of the LBM and dealer channel
• Experience working with buying groups and group purchasing organizations
• Someone who knows how to build, maintain, and grow dealer relationships across Western Canada

This is a hands-on leadership role — someone visible in the market, close to the team, and connected to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the performance of a $100M+ regional business unit (full P&L ownership)
• Manage and develop a multi-site team of 70-80 employees
• Oversee operations across 5 distribution centers
• Drive growth through strong relationships with LBM dealers, independents, and major accounts
• Expand presence within buying groups and strategic partnerships
• Align pricing, margins, and inventory strategies with market conditions
• Identify and execute on regional growth opportunities
• Stay closely connected to market trends, competitors, and customer needs

Profile We're Targeting

• 10+ years of experience in lumber, LBM, or building materials distribution
• Proven experience managing regional sales and operations
• Strong commercial acumen with P&L responsibility
• Experience with multi-branch or distribution environments
• Well-established network within the Western Canadian market
• Leadership style that is both strategic and hands-on

Why This Role Stands Out

• Opportunity to lead a large-scale, established business unit
• Strong infrastructure already in place, with room to drive growth and impact
• High level of autonomy and influence within the organization
• A role where your industry expertise and relationships will directly shape results

Interested?

If you are currently in the Lumber / Building Matérials space and feel ready to take on a true leadership role with full business ownership, we would welcome the opportunity to connect.

If this sounds like you — or someone in your network — feel free to apply directly or reach out for a confidential discussion.