About the Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced General Manager to join our clients Team.
As the General Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations and leading a team to achieve our strategic objectives within the framework of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS).
Your strong leadership skills, business acumen, and industry knowledge will be essential in driving growth, ensuring operational efficiency, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Responsibilities LEADERSHIP AND STRATEGY
Develop and execute the company's strategic plans and objectives in alignment with the overall corporate goals utilizing EOS principles to ensure clarity and accountabilityProvide visionary leadership to drive business growth, profitability, and market expansionFoster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Serve as company 'Integrator' and oversee all operational activities to ensure efficient and effective manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution processesImplement best practices to optimize productivity, quality, and cost-efficiencyMonitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive initiatives to achieve operational targets, ensuring alignment with EOS scorecards FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Develop and manage the annual budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitabilityMonitor financial performance, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions as neededIdentify growth opportunities, market trends, and potential risks, providing strategic recommendations to the executive team SALES EXECUTION
Work with sales leadership to develop sales growth plan for dealer and distribution customersEnsure price optimization to balance growth and EBITDA marginProvide leadership to sales operations efforts to drive efficiency and effectiveness of teamProvide guidance to marketing team to build brand and support products TEAM MANAGEMENT
Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and professional development through EOS tools and methodologiesSet clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and promote a positive work environmentFoster cross-functional collaboration to drive innovation, problem-solving, and knowledge sharing CUSTOMER FOCUS
Champion a customer-centric mindset throughout the organization, ensuring exceptional customer experiences and satisfactionEstablish strong relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders, understanding their needs and aligning business strategies accordinglyDrive initiatives to continuously enhance product quality, innovation, and value propositions Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management or a related field; MBA preferredProven experience as a general manager or in a similar executive leadership role, preferably in the metal manufacturing industryExperience in project management, candidate must be capable of leading teams in the planning and development of short- and long-term projects from initial concept through plan execution and on-time deliveryPrior experience with NetSuite is desired Knowledge & Abilities Strong business acumen with a track record of driving growth and profitabilityAbility to engage customers, motivate sales teams and drive top-line growthExcellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams using EOS frameworksUnderstanding of operational processes, supply chain management, and continuous improvement methodologiesDemonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans, achieve operational objectives, and align with EOS principlesExceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesResults-oriented mindset with a focus on customer satisfaction and market success Familiarity with building materials, construction industry, or related fields is highly desirable