Commercial Division GM: Growth & Operations Leader

George Thomas; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

George Thomas Executive Search is retained to appoint a General Manager for the Commercial Division of a premier wholesale distributor of fuels, lubricants and propane in Boise, Idaho.

The successful candidate will oversee sales, operations, purchasing, warehousing, facilities and people, with responsibility for profitable growth and enhanced customer relationships. This senior role demands strategic leadership and a proven ability to develop high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of management experience, ideally in distribution, industrial, energy, fuels or branch-based environments.
• Proven track record of delivering profitable growth and operational improvement.
• Strong financial, analytical and business-planning capability.
• Experience leading multi-functional teams across sales and operations.
• Excellent communication, leadership and people-development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall performance and day-to-day operations of the Commercial Division.
• Develop and execute business plans, budgets, KPIs and performance targets.
• Drive sales growth, market share, profitability and customer loyalty.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory, warehousing, logistics, facilities and asset utilisation.
• Build, develop and retain high-performing sales, operational and leadership teams.
• Maintain safety, compliance, service and operational performance.

Skills

Strategic leadership

P&L management

Operations management

Sales leadership

Team development

Financial analysis

Job description

George Thomas Executive Search is retained to appoint a General Manager for the Commercial Division of a premier wholesale distributor of fuels, lubricants and propane in Boise, Idaho.

The successful candidate will oversee sales, operations, purchasing, warehousing, facilities and people, with responsibility for profitable growth and enhanced customer relationships. This senior role demands strategic leadership and a proven ability to develop high-performing teams.