Future General Manager: Leadership Acceleration Program

Republic Services; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (medical, dental, and

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

PTO

Job summary

Republic Services is launching the two-year General Manager Accelerated Program (GMAP) in the United States to cultivate future General Managers through structured rotations, mentorship, and hands-on leadership experiences. The program emphasizes safety, integrity, and community impact while preparing participants to assume progressive leadership roles.

Participants will work with senior leaders, rotate through Operations, Sales, Marketing, HR, and Finance, and receive personalized development

Qualifications

• MBA degree (completed or expected within 12 months).
• 3–5 years of demonstrated leadership experience.
• Willing to relocate for post program placement.

Responsibilities

• Participate in rotational work assignments across core business functions including Operations, Sales, Marketing, Human Resources, and Finance.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence.
• Analyze business performance metrics such as sales, gross profit, and inventory to support data-driven decision-making.
• Contribute to the recruitment, training, and development of team members.
• Engage in formal training sessions, leadership workshops, and project-based learning.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, compliance, and ethical business practices.
• Build and maintain relationships with community, government, and environmental stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership development

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Education

MBA (completed or expected within 12 months)

Job description

Republic Services is launching the two-year General Manager Accelerated Program (GMAP) in the United States to cultivate future General Managers through structured rotations, mentorship, and hands-on leadership experiences. The program emphasizes safety, integrity, and community impact while preparing participants to assume progressive leadership roles.

Participants will work with senior leaders, rotate through Operations, Sales, Marketing, HR, and Finance, and receive personalized development