General Manager

Schindler Elevator Corporation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully vested 401k match up to 7%

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement? (Not specified)

Job summary

Schindler Elevator Corporation in Richmond, VA is seeking a General Manager to lead regional operations, sales, and service. You will own the P&L, drive growth in the Richmond area, and oversee district teams across service, installation, and modernization projects.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and strategic execution to expand market share while ensuring customer satisfaction and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or at minimum 5+ years in the elevator industry.
• 5 years of progressive experience in the elevator industry, a service-oriented business, or comparable field.
• Prior experience managing a full P&L preferred.
• Strong knowledge of products, applications, installation and service procedures, financial statements, and contract terms.
• Demonstrated technical, management, negotiation, and communication skills, with ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.
• High self-confidence and credibility to lead through complex business challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional and district operational and quality initiatives to achieve strategic objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and manage District Service, New Installation, Sales, and Field Superintendent teams.
• Drive customer service strategy and maintain strong relationships with key clients and industry influencers.
• Plan, allocate, and oversee field, marketing, and administrative resources to meet operational, quality, and financial goals.
• Administer field installation and service activities, including parts, tools, vehicles, and other assets for cost-effective results.
• Develop and execute market plans, budgets, and sales strategies to grow revenue, market share, and product penetration.
• Foster participative management, labor relations, and high team morale in alignment with company philosophy.
• Analyze market, competitor, and operational changes to adjust resources and strategies for business advantage.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

5+ years elevator industry experience

Job description

Location: Richmond, VA, United States

Job ID: 87750

Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you'll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don't just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

General Manager

The Branch Manager will be responsible for continuing to grow the Richmond, VA and surrounding area customer base by focusing on service, new installation and modernization sales, field operations, customer satisfaction, and general business management. The position will have full ownership of the P&L and will be accountable for managing all district processes, providing direction on continuous improvement activities, and achieving the company's strategic business objectives.

Your main responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional and district operational and quality initiatives to achieve strategic objectives
• Lead, mentor, and manage District Service, New Installation, Sales, and Field Superintendent teams
• Drive customer service strategy and maintain strong relationships with key clients and industry influencers
• Plan, allocate, and oversee field, marketing, and administrative resources to meet operational, quality, and financial goals
• Administer field installation and service activities, including parts, tools, vehicles, and other assets for cost-effective results
• Develop and execute market plans, budgets, and sales strategies to grow revenue, market share, and product penetration
• Foster participative management, labor relations, and high team morale in alignment with company philosophy
• Analyze market, competitor, and operational changes to adjust resources and strategies for business advantage

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree preferred or at minimum 5+ years in the elevator industry
• 5 years of progressive experience in the elevator industry, a service-oriented business, or comparable field
• Prior experience managing a full P&L preferred
• Strong knowledge of products, applications, installation and service procedures, financial statements, and contract terms
• Demonstrated technical, management, negotiation, and communication skills, with ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
• High self-confidence and credibility to lead through complex business challenges

What's in it for you?

• Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
• 3 weeks vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
• Parental Leave - 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child's birth or adoption.
• A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.

At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health, disability or veteran status.

Any unsolicited application from Recruitment Agencies is deemed to be rejected and does not constitute in any manner an offer from a Recruitment Agency.