Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The General Manager role at a manufacturer's rep firm in electrical distribution involves leading back-office operations, finance, vendor relations, and team leadership with a path to C-suite leadership.
Responsibilities and impact
The role includes managing internal operations across finance, HR, compliance, financial oversight with QuickBooks, vendor negotiations, leading a team of 10+, site oversight in Marietta, GA with travel, and launching the company's first e-commerce platform.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive salary with performance incentives, a leadership role with direct impact on company growth, and the opportunity to build the department from scratch.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 5-10+ years in operations, preferably in electrical, industrial supply, or distribution, strong QuickBooks and P&L skills, with ERP, Lean, or Six Sigma experience as a plus, and a strategic, hands-on leadership approach.
Career development
This role offers a C-suite track opportunity with significant leadership growth and the chance to build and lead a department from the ground up.
Company information
The company is a growth-focused, well-established manufacturer's rep firm in the electrical distribution industry.
Team overview
The candidate will lead a team of over 10 employees.
Job location and travel
The job requires site oversight in Marietta, GA, with travel required.
Application process
Applicants must email a cover letter or introductory email to the recruiter at Carey@theRevelSearch.com to schedule an interview.
Unique job features
This role includes launching the company's first e-commerce platform and offers a unique chance to build a department and have a seat at the CEO's table.
Company overview
REVEL SEARCH® is a self-owned recruiting and staffing firm founded in 2023 and based in Warren, Michigan, with a small team of 2-10 employees. The company specializes in direct hire placements for a variety of roles, including operations management, sales management, legal associates, and landscaping management, primarily serving clients in the manufacturing, legal, and landscaping industries. REVEL SEARCH® generates revenue by matching qualified candidates with client companies and charging fees for successful placements. The firm has posted job opportunities in multiple Michigan locations and has also been active in Gulf Breeze, Florida, indicating a regional reach. Candidates should note the company’s recent establishment and its focus on specialized recruitment for both white-collar and skilled trade positions.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your 5-10+ years of operations experience, especially within electrical, industrial supply, or distribution industries to align with REVEL SEARCH®'s preferences.
Emphasize your expertise in QuickBooks, P&L management, vendor negotiations, team leadership, and any experience with ERP, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies, as these are key aspects of the General Manager role.
Apply through multiple channels including REVEL SEARCH®'s corporate site, LinkedIn, and directly emailing Carey@theRevelSearch.com with a tailored cover letter or introductory email to maximize your visibility.
Connect with professionals in the electrical distribution or operations divisions at REVEL SEARCH® on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent company growth initiatives or expressing interest in their e-commerce platform launch to start meaningful conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords like 'operations management,' 'QuickBooks,' 'P&L,' 'vendor relations,' 'team leadership,' and 'e-commerce platform launch' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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