General Manager

HEADSCOUT; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Regional Director/President for the USA and Canada. This role requires a seasoned leader with full P&L responsibility to drive growth in the energy sector, managing operations in Houston and supporting manufacturing in Le Roy, NY. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strategic vision, leadership skills, and a proven record in engaging with customers and stakeholders to foster business growth. This hybrid position offers competitive remuneration and the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-growing international company.

Benefits

Medical insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role with full P&L responsibility.
• Strong background in sales and operations.
• Ability to thrive in a hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all business operations in the USA & Canada region.
• Manage P&L across the region.
• Drive sales growth and strengthen trading partnerships.
• Inspire and manage regional teams.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Sales

Operations Management

P&L Management

Education

Experience in manufacturing or related industries

Job description

Direct message the job poster from HEADSCOUT

Regional Director/President USA & Canada

Direct experience within Energy/Power Transmission/Distribution/Utilities industries is mandatory.

Location:

Unites States of America, remote position with travel requirements

Customer:

Our customer is a rapidly growing international company that is a technology leader and manufacturer of state-of-the-art electrical porcelain insulators for overhead transmission lines, substations, and electrostatic precipitators. The company's technology enables the production of high-quality products with efficient design, the tightest tolerances and shorter delivery times. At the same time, the company focuses on providing the right advice and global support for clients' critical needs to meet their requirements. With more than 1600 employees in more than 7 locations in Europe, the Americas and the Pacific, they are committed to deliver an impactful product to exceed the customer expectations.

About the position:

The Regional GM USA & Canada / President USA & Canada will have full P&L responsibility, overseeing all business operations, including the office in Houston, TX and manufacturing plant in Le Roy, NY. The role demands a seasoned leader with strategic vision and tactical execution skills to independently manage the region, drive growth, and build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry stakeholders. This is a high-impact role for an all-rounder who thrives on delivering results and leading high-performing teams.

Reports:

4

Reporting to:

• Group CEO – direct reporting line

Preconditions:

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role with full P&L responsibility, ideally in manufacturing or related industries.
• Strong background in sales, operations, and trading, with the ability to integrate and align these functions effectively.
• Deep understanding of industry dynamics and established connections with customers, suppliers, and competitors.
• Demonstrated ability to set strategies and execute them successfully, with a results-oriented mindset.
• Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of motivating and developing teams.
• A pragmatic, all-rounder approach—capable of high-level strategy while being deeply involved in execution.
• Ability to thrive in a hands-on, smaller business environment while maintaining a big-picture perspective.

Employment type:

• Full time contract

Key Stakeholders:

• Group CEO
• Group CFO
• Senior Management

Key Accountabilities:

• Leadership: Independently lead and oversee the USA & Canada region, acting as the CEO for a smaller yet dynamic environment.
• Strategic Planning: Evaluate the current business landscape, develop comprehensive strategies, and execute plans to achieve organizational goals.
• P&L Management: Take full ownership of profit and loss across the region, ensuring operational and financial success.
• Operations Oversight: Manage and optimize the performance of the Houston and Le Roy manufacturing sites, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Sales & Trading: Drive sales growth, expand market share, and strengthen trading partnerships.
• Industry Engagement: Leverage industry expertise and connections to maintain a competitive edge and foster relationships with customers, suppliers, and competitors.
• Team Management: Inspire, motivate, and manage regional teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
• Execution: Balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution to deliver tangible results and "move the needle."
• Competitive remuneration - financial and non-financial incentives are to be discussed/negotiated
• Orientation on individual talent and its development with 80 years tradition
• Opportunity to use show unique, individual potential
• Possibility for career advancements based on results and passion
• Working in a talented and well picked team

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing, Strategy/Planning, and Sales

• Industries

  Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, and Electrical Equipment Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

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