General Manager (Little Ferry)

Summary of Responsibilities: We are looking for a General Manager to manage the day-to-day and strategic direction of the Dakota Fluid Power Company. Hydraulic experience preferred. Job Duties Include: Owns the full P&L and has responsibility for the overall vision, strategy and year-over-year profitable growth of the business with an emphasis on growth, productivity, operational excellence and communication at all levels. Develop, motivate, and manage multi location organization Manage all operational and financial aspects of business Meet sales revenue and profit goals Develop and forecast annual sales quotas for territories, project expected sales volume, analyze results and trends, track competition, recommend pricing strategies and monitor costs Lead sales team to develop and implement sales strategies that align with overall objectives Communicate and resolve customer issues as needed Travel to customer locations as needed Provide timely and candid performance reviews of direct reports Provide direction of hiring, promotion, and training of staff, ensuring company policies are followed Other duties assigned Always be alert for ways to eliminate waste and otherwise reduce expenses, and assure that subordinates are trained to do likewise. Maintain working knowledge of company systems, including applicable computer systems and programs. Develop a working knowledge of all products, including ability to apply and make effective sales presentations. Conduct regular sales meetings to communicate new product and policy announcements, to coordinate and inspire the sales team, and to get feedback from the sales staff. Skills/Qualifications: Successful P&L leadership track record as a standalone leader of an organization with multi-site manufacturing with full P&L and balance sheet responsibility; Bachelors Degree in Business (sales, marketing, finance) or equivalent work experience; Knowledge of distribution industry with preference on fluid power or material handling products; Demonstrated computer proficiency: Microsoft Office including Word and Excel; Strong written and oral communication skills; Interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships internally and externally; Demonstrated trust and integrity. #J-18808-Ljbffr