Wilson Company · 2 weeks ago
Regional General Manager, South
Wilson Company is seeking a Regional General Manager to oversee operations in their Southern Region, including multiple branch locations. This role involves strategic leadership, financial management, and collaboration across departments to ensure operational excellence and support sales growth.
ElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and direction to regional operations teams, ensuring alignment with company goals, growth initiatives, and transformational strategies
Develop and implement short- and long-term regional strategies to achieve financial, operational, and growth targets
Create a work environment that promotes Wilson’s Core Values, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
Develop, motivate, and empower leadership teams at each location while building bench strength and succession plans
Maintain full P&L responsibility for each location within the assigned region
Plan, budget, and manage regional financial targets, ensuring results are achieved
Review financial statements, performance data, and operational metrics to identify opportunities for cost reduction, productivity improvements, and margin enhancement
Drive operational excellence through standardization of best practices, risk assessment, and validation of key performance indicators
Oversee and implement continuous improvement initiatives aligned with strategic goals
Support the field sales organization by aligning operational teams to meet market needs and customer requirements
Partner with Sales Management and Account Managers to develop operational strategies tailored to customers, improving cost control and supporting organic growth
Maintain strong relationships with key customers as needed
Collaborate closely with Human Resources, Sales, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, and other support functions to achieve regional objectives
Plan and execute start-up operations for new facilities and integrate acquisitions as required
Ensure all assigned locations meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards
Oversee regional and location-level inventory management in coordination with supply chain teams
Ensure associates receive timely, appropriate training and development
Maintain oversight of facilities maintenance and related service contracts
Implement and uphold company policies, procedures, and operational standards across the region
Qualification
Required
Proven senior-level leadership capability across multi-site operations
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated process improvement and continuous improvement experience
Ability to lead through influence, develop talent, and manage change
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and initiatives simultaneously
Team-oriented, detail-oriented, and results-driven mindset
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Zoom, and Access
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Business Administration degree, or equivalent experience required
5–10 years of experience in the fluid power, motion control, manufacturing, or related mechanical/technical industry
Minimum of 5 years of experience managing profit and loss statements
10+ years of experience across operational disciplines, including manufacturing, distribution, and customer service
Proven experience leading process improvement initiatives
Ability to work effectively under stress
Ability to manage multiple projects and workloads simultaneously
Preferred
Experience with TrulinX and SQL Server
MBA preferred
Quality training in Six Sigma, TQM, or similar methodologies preferred
Company
Wilson Company
Wilson Company is a wholesale company that provides electrical controls, filter carts, and hydraulic power unit.
Funding
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Growth StageRecent News
2025-01-28
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