General Manager

Socket.dev; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a General Manager in Phoenix to oversee sales and operations, drive profitability, and ensure alignment with strategic goals. You will lead multiple teams, manage budgets, and maintain high standards of customer service and compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and a track record of growth in a B2B setting. A driver’s license may be required, with duties including guiding strategic initiatives and ensuring operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in business administration or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive management experience in a B2B environment is preferred.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across all departments, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
• Establish, monitor, and analyze KPIs to assess business performance.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with company goals.
• Identify new business opportunities, markets, and partnerships to drive growth.
• Foster a positive work environment and ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

Job description

Job Summary:

The General Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization’s sales & operations to ensure efficiency, profitability, and alignment with strategic goals. This role involves leading various levels of employees, managing budgets, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable laws. The GM serves as the primary link between executive leadership and operational/sales teams, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly manages a team of leaders.
• Responsible for hiring, coaching, developing, and managing performance for direct reports.

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversee daily operations across all departments, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
• Establish, monitor, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess business performance.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Analyze financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Develop and implement operational strategies that align with the company’s vision, mission, and goals.
• Identify new business opportunities, markets, and partnerships to drive growth.
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and customers to ensure excellent service and satisfaction across all touchpoints.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate direct & indirect reporting team members.
• Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, innovation, and professional growth.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive management experience, preferably in a B2B industry.
• Proven track record of driving growth, improving efficiency, and leading diverse teams.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Professional certification may be required in some markets.
• Maintain a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and ability pass a drug and background check.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and talking on the phone, attending virtual online meetings, and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and travel when needed.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.