Steves & Sons, a 160-year-old family-owned door manufacturer, seeks a results-driven Sales-Focused General Manager to drive growth, foster customer relationships, and oversee operations.
Job Summary
We're looking for a seasoned leader with a strong sales background (80%) and operational expertise (20%) to manage our sales team, develop strategic directions, oversee and enhance production goals, and ensure a seamless customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the sales department to exceed performance goals
- Develop and maintain customer relationships to drive growth and satisfaction
- Negotiate with suppliers to secure the timely delivery of materials at competitive prices
- Collaborate with sales teams to translate customer needs into high-quality products
- Foster a customer-centric culture across the organization
Operations (20%)
- Oversee plant operations, production, quality, and safety
- Implement lean principles and continuous improvement to maximize efficiency
- Manage inventory, scheduling, and budgeting
- Ensure compliance with quality control standardsLead cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence
Leadership Qualities
- Strong leadership and mentorship skills
- Proven ability to motivate and direct high-performance teams
- Data-driven approach to decision-making
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Qualifications/Requirements
- 10+ years of combined leadership in sales and manufacturing
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or related field (preferred)
- Lean manufacturing and sales/marketing strategy expertise
- ERP & CRM software proficiency
- Willingness to travel monthly and attend 2 trade shows/year
Benefits
- Year-End Bonuses
- 401(k) with employer match
- PTO
What We Offer
- Opportunity to lead a dynamic sales team
- Collaborative and customer-centric work environment
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
How to Apply
If you're a sales-driven leader with operational expertise, please submit your resume.
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