General Manager-Power Systems Division
About this role
About the Company
Our client is an established power systems organization specializing in diesel engine distribution, parts, service, and technical support. Through its relationships with leading manufacturers and customers across diverse industries, the company delivers reliable power solutions backed by product expertise and responsive service capabilities.
The organization is committed to building strong customer relationships, maintaining high operational standards, and driving sustainable business growth through its sales, parts, engineering, and service teams.
About the Position
The General Manager will lead the Power Systems Division, partnering with ownership to develop and execute business strategies that drive profitable growth, operational excellence, and long-term customer relationships. This individual will oversee financial performance, business development, manufacturer partnerships, and departmental operations while developing a strong leadership team.
The ideal candidate is a commercially minded leader with experience in equipment distribution, diesel engine systems, or a related industry who can balance strategic planning with hands-on operational oversight.
Key Responsibilities:
• Business Strategy & Financial Performance: Develop and execute annual business plans, with accountability for revenue growth, gross margins, operating profit, expense management, asset utilization, and working capital. • Business Development: Identify new market opportunities, cultivate prospective customers, and lead initiatives to expand the division's customer base and market presence. • Customer Relationship Management: Strengthen existing customer relationships through regular engagement, responsive service, and coordinated sales, parts, and service support. • Manufacturer & Supplier Relations: Serve as the primary executive contact for key manufacturer representatives and suppliers, including John Deere, ensuring alignment with business objectives and distributor requirements. • Operational Leadership: Oversee sales, parts, engineering, and service operations through departmental managers, driving efficient processes for inventory planning, order fulfillment, delivery, warranty support, and customer service. • Service Network Development: Expand and strengthen the dealer and service network to maintain appropriate geographic coverage, technical capabilities, and customer support throughout the territory. • Leadership & Team Development: Establish departmental goals, monitor performance, hold managers accountable for results, and develop talent through coaching, training, and succession planning. • Safety & Compliance: Maintain high standards for workplace safety, internal controls, environmental compliance, and applicable domestic and cross-border trade requirements. • Executive Communication: Report business performance, forecasts, growth opportunities, and significant risks to ownership while communicating strategic priorities across the division.