General Manager, Andersen Storm Doors

Job Name: General Manager, Andersen Storm Doors

General information

Location: Des Moines, IA, IA Date: 17-Jul-2025 Company: Andersen Corporation Posting City: Des Moines, IA Ref #: 8685 Job Category: Operations Posting City: Des Moines, IA State: IA

Description & Requirements

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:

At Andersen, we pride ourselves on our core values of Humility, Ownership, Meaningful connection, and Expertise - HOME. Headquartered in Bayport, Minnesota, Andersen Corporation is the largest window and door manufacturer in North America. We’re focused on bringing more light into people’s lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. 
In 2024, we were recognized as one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women and Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America. Earning the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference at Andersen.

Position Overview & Requirements: 

The General Manager will have full Profit & Loss accountability and will develop and deliver a strategy to maximize operating profit for the Storm Door Division.  This role leads an organization comprised of over 550 employees across three facilities and a divisional office based in Des Moines, IA.  The GM leads a cross-functional team including Operations, Supply Chain, HR, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Quality, Engineering, and R&D, fostering a culture that prioritizes safety, builds a world-class, injury-free environment, and develops talent.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a business unit strategic plan to achieve growth and profitability targets.  Identify new market opportunities and execute plans to capitalize on them.  Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitive landscape to inform business strategies and adapt to changing market conditions.
• Leads People: The GM leads a cross-functional team including Operations, Supply Chain, HR, Sales, Finance, Quality, Engineering, and R&D.  Identify and leverage individual strengths and potential within the team.  Engage the team in discussions around the longer-term strategy and how they can contribute.  Delegate significant responsibilities and decision-making authority to team members, providing guidance.  Give team members ownership within their areas of responsibility, setting clear expectations and checking in as needed.  Enable team success by removing barriers and providing resources.  Invite the team to recommend ways to solve problems, discuss challenging issues or genera