General Manager

General Manager (GM)

Our client is a growing distribution and wholesale business serving customers through strong vendor partnerships, operational responsiveness, and a focus on customer service.

Our client is seeking a General Manager (GM) to oversee day-to-day business operations while also managing key administrative, financial, and vendor-related functions.

This role combines operational leadership with hands-on execution across purchasing, sales support, HR, and vendor management. The GM will play a critical role in scaling the business and identifying new growth opportunities.

Over time, this position has the potential to evolve into a broader executive leadership role.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Manage daily business operations and ensure efficient execution across all functions
• Oversee and support employees, acting as a central leader for the organization
• Identify and pursue strategic growth opportunities for the business
• Partner closely with ownership on long-term direction and execution

Sales & Strategic Supply Management

• Oversee the Strategic Supply business, including:
• Responding quickly to customer quote requests
• Managing order processing and ensuring same-day shipment when required
• Serving as key point of contact for customer relationships and issue resolution
• Maintain and grow relationships with key vendors, including primary partners
• Evaluate opportunities to expand the Strategic Supply brand and revenue stream

Purchasing & Inventory

• Develop and execute stocking purchase orders for major manufacturers
• Forecast inventory needs and manage replenishment planning
• Coordinate with internal teams to support ongoing purchasing activity

Vendor & Financial Administration

• Manage vendor reporting requirements and ensure compliance
• Oversee rebate programs and optimize participation and returns
• Ensure accurate management of sales tax reporting and payments

Human Resources & Administrative Oversight

• Manage payroll administration, including tracking commissions and bonuses
• Oversee employee benefits programs (401(k), health insurance, etc.)
• Track employee vacation/PTO
• Serve as a point of contact for employee relations and HR-related matters
• Support hiring efforts, including job postings and candidate screening

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operations, general management, or business leadership
• Strong business acumen across operations, finance, and customer service
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution
• Experience working with vendors, purchasing, and inventory management
• Familiarity with HR processes, payroll, and employee administration
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and relationship management abilities

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to grow a business
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a small-to-mid-sized company
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to guide and support a team
• Process-oriented but adaptable in a fast-moving environment

This role offers a unique opportunity to step into a leadership position with increasing responsibility over time, including potential succession into a top executive role as the business evolves.

Why Join Our Client

• Direct impact on company growth and direction
• Broad scope of responsibility across operations and strategy
• Opportunity to work closely with ownership and influence long-term success
• Stable, established business with expansion potential