General Manager

Execute our desire for continued improvement in top line gross profit growth, while improving conversion ratios and working capital metrics of inventory, and account receivables.

Develop a comprehensive strategy to address capacity planning requirements including plant & equipment and personnel to meet current and anticipated growth goals.

Understand and use financial Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and P&L metrics to measure and improve upon business performance including volume, gross profit, personnel expenses, and operating expenses.

Increase gross margin and gross margin conversion by working with key Strategic Suppliers and the Product Management / Material Management teams through volume, price and inventory management.

Provide leadership and set clear expectations and metrics for all branch(s) personnel.

Recruit & hire, reward & recognize, train & develop, coach & counsel, and take corrective action as needed.

Maintain documented procedures for work processes by working closely with branch personnel as well as Sub-Region, Regional and BES Divisional resources.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education: BS in Business Administration, Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or Finance.

Experience:

Minimum of 10 years in distribution or manufacturing environments.

Minimum of 5 years of direct people leadership/management experience.

Key Skills: Strong commercial and chemical distribution background, exceptional cross-functional collaboration, and analytical skills.

Self-motivated, possessing a high energy level and desire to win

Superior teamwork, time management and influencing skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong commercial background

Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills

Strong analytical and creative skills

Our Offer

We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.

Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.

Paid parental leave

Education assistance program

Employee assistance program

Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

INTERESTED?

We look forward receiving your application.

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Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.

Brenntag TA Team