Director & GM, Madison & Milwaukee

The Madison & Milwaukee branch of Otis Elevator Company is searching for a highly motivated General Manager responsible for all areas of the business including P&L, sales, field operations, customer satisfaction, and overall general business management along with fostering a team environment.

• Essential Responsibilities
• Hire, develop, and manage a team of salaried and field associates
• Manage direct reports by providing coaching, mentorship, guidance, and constructive feedback to promote employee development
• Meet or exceed all financial performance targets including profit and net working capital
• Grow the profitability of this branch operation to meet or exceed business objectives
• Collaborate with Regional Sales Manager to create and execute sales strategy that will increase branch profitability and share of elevator market
• Ensure that sales goals are achieved, new customers are added to increase revenues, and relations with existing customers are maintained
• Manage all field activities for the most cost-effective results
• Lead in safety and EH&S programs while creating and promoting a safety culture that is present and part of every associate’s everyday work routine
• Education / Certifications
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s degree a plus
• Basic Qualifications
• 5+ years’ of leadership & sales experience required, within the elevator industry highly preferred
• Minimum 2+ years of P&L management experience required
• Ability to lead a highly team-oriented and dynamic environment
• Candidate must demonstrate strong presentation, written, and verbal communication skills to effectively develop expectations and relationships with internal and external customers
• Needs to be self-motivated and able to manage many simultaneous projects and responsibilities
• Successful candidate should be very comfortable in a technical environment utilizing Microsoft based computer software
• Strong leadership skills, goal-orientated, and self-motivated with strong time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated experience managing and driving change
• Ability to prioritize, take on new challenges, be detailed oriented, and make sound business decisions
• Strong business acumen with demonstrated business decision making skills
• What we offer :
• A real commitment to career progression with access to funded study schemes such as our industry leading Employee Scholarship Program
• We offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and an automatic retirement contribution for your future financial security from day one of your employment, you and your eligible dependents will receive comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Enjoy three weeks of paid vacation, along with paid company holidays
• We provide paid sick leave, employee assistance, and wellness incentive programs to support your well-being.
• Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family.
• Voluntary benefits, including options for legal, pet, home, and auto insurance.
• We offer generous birth / adoption and parental leave benefits, as well as adoption assistance, to support growing families.
• Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement program.
• Recognize and be recognized! We celebrate service anniversaries and offer spot performance bonus opportunities to show our appreciation.
• Location / Relocation
• This position is required to be in either Milwaukee, WI or Madison, WI
• There is a benefit to having a candidate familiar with the market; however, we encourage all interested, qualified candidates to apply.
• Relocation assistance may be available for out-of-market candidates.
• Work Arrangement
• As the leader of the branch, it is important that the candidate is willing and able to be in the office 5 days a week.If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge. #J-18808-Ljbffr