Job Description
Job Description
About the Role
The Client is seeking a seasoned leader to oversee a fast-growing, highly acquisitive buy-and-build platform operating local pet boarding, daycare, and grooming facilities. This is the most senior position in the company and reports directly to ownership. A top performer will have a clear path to step into the CEO role within 2-3 years.
Role Overview
As Platform Lead, you will drive all M&A activity-including sourcing, diligence, and, most critically, integration of add-on acquisitions. In addition, as VP of Store Development, you will oversee regional managers and facility general managers to support profitable growth and ensure exceptional service and facility quality. Over time, you will also help build the broader corporate structure and team.
Important Note: At the time of hire, this will be the only corporate role. The position is highly hands-on with limited initial ability to delegate.
Location
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25%+ travel
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Fully remote or hybrid with part-time presence in Minneapolis, MN
Company Overview
Client is a leading network of pet hotels and service providers across the Midwest. The company offers boarding, daycare, grooming, training, and veterinary services, with a core focus on quality, safety, and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
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Partner with facility general managers to drive profitable, sustainable growth
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Maintain the highest standards of employee safety, pet safety, and facility cleanliness
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Support Private Capital firm with sourcing, diligence, and integration of acquisitions
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Manage the third-party accounting partner to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
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Implement lean HR and compliance processes
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Conduct monthly financial reviews with facility leaders to identify improvement opportunities
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Collaborate with Private Capital firm to design and build a scalable organizational structure
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Roll out operational best practices for labor and expense management
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Oversee targeted facility improvement projects, including minor remodels and updates
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Identify and lead greenfield (new facility) development opportunities
Qualifications
The Client welcomes candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including multi-unit retail management, general business management, corporate development, consulting, investment banking, and private equity.
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Exceptional interpersonal and team-leadership skills
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to manage a flat organization with 10+ direct reports
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Strong organizational skills and comfort managing multiple workstreams
Additional Requirements
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5-10+ years of relevant experience
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3+ years of management experience
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Ability to work 40-50+ hours per week, including evenings and weekends as needed
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Willingness to travel 25%+
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Demonstrated ability to lead change and improve operations
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Strong P&L management skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Company DescriptionW3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.
We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.
Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.
We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.
We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.
Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.
As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.
Company Description
W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.