General Manager

implementing goals, strategies, plans and policies that continuously improve the overall effectiveness and profitability of the business unit. The General Manager is accountable for setting strategic direction to deliver the highest quality product while maximizing company profit in line with Leader Emergency Vehicles’ mission and vision. This role requires expert knowledge and application of lean manufacturing principles to drive continuous improvement in meeting company goals and objectives. The role also requires active, hands on engagement in all aspects of the order to cash process.

Responsibilities:

• Assumes leadership and expertise of lean manufacturing principles. Accountable for the implementation and sustainment of lean within areas of responsibility. Must be change agent and ambassador for continuous improvement. Must be able to teach/train employees at all levels on the concepts of lean. Must proactively lead the engagement of all personnel in the implementation of the principles and tools of lean.
• Directly leads and supervises the local business unit team across various functions while simultaneously leading project activities through coaching and mentoring employees on project execution to deliver consistent results in line with the annual operating plan.
• Leads the business unit in company goal setting, talent deployment/development, and strategic planning activities, typically detailing 1st level improvement initiatives and targets to improve. 
• Leads the business unit in achievement of company financial targets, including net sales, EBITDA, and Net Working Capital.
• Sets strategic direction for the plant/facility in accordance with business goals and objectives.
• Through P&L ownership, develops credibility for the company by providing timely and accurate analysis of operations, budgets, financial reports, and industry trends.
• Evaluate and advise on the impact of mid and long-term planning, introduction of new programs/strategies and regulatory activities and actions. Leads and is actively involved in existing and new product development/improvement activities to ensure the company remains innovative and competitive in its product offering and is a “market driven” organization.
• Influences the sale of company products and services using technical, organizational, and customer knowledge to influence customers and assist them in applying the products/services to their needs.
• Enhance and/or develop, implement and enforce policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation, efficiency, and profitability of the company.
• Direct responsibility for execution of the order to cash process, including direct sales management, distributor relationship management, order intake process, and invoicing process.
• Responsible for production scheduling including balancing customer requirements, throughput, and weekly product mix.
• Responsible for safety and environmental compliance of the facility and surrounding grounds. Holds departmental employees accountable for following all OSHA and company policies and regulations. Actively leads safety improvement activities.
• Maintains close involvement with facilities and equipment to ensure the company is taking advantage of applicable latest technologies and practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and (education, experience, travel, physical, work environment):

• Bachelor's degree in Business