General Manager

Vector Technologies, Ltd.; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Vector Technologies, Ltd. in Milwaukee, WI seeks a senior operations and sales leader responsible for P&L, budgeting, and capital planning. You will drive strategic plans with cross-functional teams to grow market share and optimize production efficiency.

The role requires 10+ years of management experience, strong financial literacy, and proven ability to negotiate contracts while leading lean manufacturing and safety programs. On-site position with high accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Industrial Management preferred.
• 10+ years of management experience leading sales and production teams.
• Strong financial literacy and contract negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic objectives and sales targets to grow market share and revenue.
• Oversee daily production, scheduling, and quality controls to meet timelines.
• Lead supply chain and procurement activities to optimize inventory and costs.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and lean manufacturing across operations.
• Collaborate with marketing, engineering, and finance to align plans.

Skills

P&L management

contract negotiation

financial literacy

leadership

stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Industrial Management

Job description

• Responsible for Profit & Loss of the company, managing operating budgets, developing and executing capital expenditure plans in coordination with preparation of the annual plan process, and controlling product unit costs.
• As a member of the Vac-Con/Vector management team set strategic objectives, including current year and 5-year business plans to increase market share, achieve revenue and income objectives, and meet production goals.
• Track and analyze sales data, forecasts, and annual plan objectives to measure productivity and identify areas needing improvement.
• Collaborate with marketing, engineering, and finance departments to ensure strategic and tactical business goals are met.
• Analyze performance metrics and financial reports to identify areas for cost reduction, process optimization, and resource allocation.

Strategic Sales Planning

• As part of the Vac-Con/Vector management team, set sales targets, quotas, and strategic sales goals for the organization.
• Collaborate with the Vac-Con marketing team to identify emerging markets, analyze market trends, and formulate long-term sales strategies to maximize market share.

Operations & Production Leadership

• Responsibilities include daily production across all areas, including welding, assembly, purchasing, production scheduling, and warehousing.
• Ensure on-time delivery of finished trailers and parts shipments by eliminating production bottlenecks, minimizing downtime, and optimizing workflow efficiency.
• Establish a culture of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement to eliminate waste and maximize asset utilization.

Operations & Customer Success

• Oversee the daily sales activities, through the Vector Sales Manager, ensuring a seamless flow in the lead-to-close processes.
• Resolve any escalated client complaints and maintain strong relationships with key accounts and stakeholders.

Supply Chain & Quality Assurance

• Oversee procurement of raw materials and manage strategic supplier/vendor relationships to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Enforce quality control standards to reduce rework, manage product warranties, and meet customer specifications.
• Coordinate closely with sales and engineering teams to ensure manufacturing capabilities meet specific client requirements and project timelines.
• Hire, train, and mentor department heads, supervisors, and front-line production workers.
• Foster a high-performance, results driven culture, by setting clear performance goals, conducting regular evaluations, and building succession plans.

Safety & Compliance

• Champion a safety-first culture and enforce all protocols to ensure OSHA and environmental regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Industrial Management is preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years of management experience, with a track record of successfully managing sales and production teams.
• Business Acumen: Strong financial literacy, P&L management, and contract negotiation skills.

Remote Position

No