General Manager for multiple sites

General Manager OpportunityWe are seeking a General Manager for multiple sites to take full operational responsibility for our US region, including parts or all of these states: New Jersey and Pennsylvania.As a vital role charged with the management of people, processes, and overall company performance, the General Manager will be ultimately responsible for all phases of business, including sales and profitability, warehouse operations, and customer service. Positions that will report directly to the General Manager include Branch Managers and Sales Managers.Drive the growth of regional sales, both through existing customer relationships as well as new business acquisition by providing coaching, strategy, and direction to sales managers and/or the outside sales team as neededTake personal ownership for the strategic growth of key customer accountsProvide support and organization to Branch Managers, enabling Richelieu to efficiently process customer orders and manage the shipping and receiving process accurately, safely, and on-timeMaintain accountability for complete P&L, taking full responsibility for the growth and success of the regionEnsure an effective flow of communication with all personnel involved in the follow-up of customer service and shipping/receiving dutiesOversee and ensure all logistics-related operations comply with applicable environmental, health, safety, and other regulatory rules and regulationsAdvise their managers in recruitment and team development by overseeing the hiring, supervising, and training employees for the purpose of achieving company goals and objectivesEstablish and execute strategies to improve on our existing processes, procedures, and methods, ensuring efficiency throughout all departmentsMaintain a detailed awareness of daily KPI’s with regards to sales and operations performanceInstill and drive a positive working culture by leading from the front, creating an environment that individuals desire to be a part ofOur ideal candidate has experience managing both sales and operations, ideally in a company based on a distribution model. Knowledge of building materials, specifically related to cabinetry or the kitchen and bath market is highly preferred.

This person should have strong business acumen and experience working with reporting, financial statements (with a strong focus on P&L reporting) and driving profitability for a large region.Related experience from industrial or building materials distribution, with an emphasis placed on leadership of an outside sales and operations teamsA commercial or sales-driven mindset, optimally including leadership in salesDeep knowledge/understanding of complete branch office operations, specifically with P&L responsibilityAn empathetic leader with superior emotional intelligence, able to recognize and develop the unique traits of team members and direct their professional growthExcellent communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels internally, as well as with suppliers and customers.KPI-oriented, well organized, with superior communication aptitudeCompensation and BenefitsTotal annual earnings (base pay + annual bonus potential) approximately $150,000- $227,500Monthly car allowance and covered fuelBusiness expense reimbursementGroup insurance program (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, etc.)Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer matching401(K) with employer matchingCompany cell phone and laptopPaid vacation and holidays