General Manager - Seattle, United States - Brennan Industries

Description

Job Description

Position Overview

The General Manager is responsible for the day to day operations, growth, and profitability of our local distribution center in Seattle, WA.

Job Duties:

Operational Responsibilities:

• Ensure policies and procedures are followed within the distribution center.
• Meet goals and objectives as set by the company, along with maximize profits.
• Actively manage any personnel related issues, including disciplinary action, performance reviews, PTO tracking, training and development, and time management.
• Meet company requirements for managing inventory levels and turn ratios.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are being met.
• Attend weekly meetings with VP of Operations to discuss location status and any issues.
• Responsible for submitting daily sales forecasts to management.
• Utilizing ERP system and reviewing/sharing reports as required

Financial Responsibilities:

• Maintain visibility of cash collection efforts for your DC accounts receivable and provide support when needed with Corporate AR Manager.
• Oversee processing of accounts payable data entry that is performed locally, including any trade purchases.
• Ensure the DC and company budget are being managed and used effectively.
• Make recommendation on capital expenditures and submit to VP of Operations in advance of purchase for final approval.
• Oversee and manage indirect operating expenses for the PC, including but not limited to payroll, temp labor, and warehouse and office supplies.
• Review your monthly PC income statement and support the maximization of net profit

Strategic Planning:

• The GM will be responsible for driving new business, developing key accounts, directing sales, closing business, solution selling and to be a consultative sales professional with Brennan's sales personnel and customers. Willing to travel within markets PNW & BC, Canada 30-40%.
• Responsible for managing key accounts relative to sales execution, developing key accounts by directing sales and strategically aligning Brennan's position, providing strategic sales plan, tracking quota achievement and sales growth.
• Support sales staff for the PC and ensure pricing and gross margins are maximized.
• Responsible for strategic negotiations, creating win-win business scenarios, developing and reviewing contractual business opportunities and deal closure.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor Degree required in Business Management, with at least 7 year of experience working within the fittings industry.
• Ability to review and understand P&L statements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and 365, along with experience working with an ERP system. NetSuite experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize, set priorities and exercise sound judgement within established guidelines.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor Degree required in Business Management, with at least 7 year of experience working within the fittings industry (preferred).

Brennan Industries provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Full compensation packages are based on candidate experience and certifications.