Bachelor's degree in Business or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
6+ years in team leadership, sales, and customer management with proven success.
Hands-on P&L management experience, focused on performance and accountability.
Strong sales forecast accuracy and related track record is required.
Familiarity with management software like QuickBooks and SAP preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for reporting and presentations.
Responsibilities
Drive daily operations through effective leadership in sales, service, and installation.
Collaborate with Commercial Regional GM on impactful sales strategies to boost revenue.
Manage financial performance via budget oversight and data-driven decision making.
Champion customer satisfaction through feedback monitoring and resolution of escalations.
Streamline processes by collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve workflows.
Lead people operations and talent development to build a high-performance team.
Partner with NA Operations to enhance parts and warehouse functions.
Benefits
Opportunity for career growth and development within the organization.
Dynamic work environment that encourages innovation and change.
Flexibility in managing operations and driving strategic initiatives.
Engagement in a culture that values integrity and diverse perspectives.
Full Job Description
Overview
The General Manager is responsible for driving top-line revenue, improving efficiency, and increasing profits while managing the overall operations of their assigned Direct Distribution location(s). The GM will oversee several elements in the business, including but not limited to people, operating budgets, and selling strategy (launching price promotions, product/profit mix, business segments, overall Go-To-Market Strategies, etc.).
Responsibilities
Drive daily business operations through effective leadership of sales, service, and installation at the distribution location(s)
Partner with the Commercial Regional GM to design and execute high-impact sales strategies that accelerate revenue growth and market penetration
Own financial performance by managing budgets, analyzing P&L statements, and other financial reports to make data-driven decisions that maximize profitability
Champion customer satisfaction by monitoring feedback, resolving escalations, and holding the team accountable to delivering a high-quality experience at every touchpoint with sales, installation, and service.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, improve operational workflows, and drive continuous improvement across the distribution location(s)
Lead all people operations and talent development in partnership with Corporate HR, to create a team of high performers that contribute to the success of the collective distribution team
Partner with the NA Operations team to support efficient parts and warehouse functions at the distribution location(s)
Ensure compliance with legal and safety requirements
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Business or related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
At least 6 years of work experience in leading teams, sales, and customer/account management with proven track record of success
Hands-on experience managing a P&L to track performance and drive accountability
Experience and proven successful track record with sales forecast accuracy.
Working knowledge of management software programs including QuickBooks and SAP strongly preferred
Proficiency leveraging Microsoft Office Suite for reporting and presentations
Skills and Abilities:
Sales and business acumen - demonstrates understanding of business models and key drivers quickly; delegates responsibilities while maintaining organizational control of daily operations and customer service
Strong diplomacy skills - effectively handles conflict management and business negotiation processes; partners and forms strong working relationships fostering a problem-solving approach
Leadership skills - demonstrates trust and respect for others, looks for ways to build positive relationships on the work team, communicates expectations and coaches/develops employees for success
Solid organizational skills - ability to self-manage workload and multiple projects simultaneously while managing and meeting tight deadlines; ability to coach, manage and conduct training of diverse team members and their projects
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills - communicates effectively and professionally across all levels of the organization and external stakeholders; Confidence in creating and delivering presentations to internal and external customers
Resilient - able to confidently navigate ambiguity and change
Strong work ethic - self-starter, demonstrating a proactive approach, self-initiative, and tenacity
Travel:
Ability to travel as needed, approximately 40% of the time
Standard and Physical Requirements:
Position involves sitting for prolonged periods, standing, manual dexterity, stooping, and bending
Position requires the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. occasionally. For greater weight items assistive devices will be provided
Must have a valid driver's license
Must have a clean Motor Vehicle Record
Alliance Team Members Demonstrate DRIVE:
Dedicated: Follows through on commitments. Strong say/do
Respectful: Acts with integrity and values diverse perspective
Innovative: Always looking for a better way; leads change
Versatile: Adapts quickly to changing circumstances. Demonstrates agility
Engaged: Acts like an owner. Wants to create and grow a business which is tightly aligned with market needs
Pos. Type
Full-Time
About Alliance Laundry
Alliance Laundry Systems LLC is a provider of commercial laundry equipment. The company designs, manufactures, and markets a range of laundry equipment, including washers, dryers, ironers, and other laundry-related products. Its products are used in a variety of industries, including hospitality, healthcare, and commercial laundries. The company was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in Ripon, Wisconsin.
