General Manager (Aerospace)

CapstoneONE Search

Norton Shores (MI)

On-site

USD 200,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Comprehensive relocation package

Job summary

A globally renowned industrial manufacturing organization is seeking a Vice President and General Manager to lead operations and sales at their flagship site in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This executive role includes P&L ownership, strategic development, and leadership of a large team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing and a strong commercial acumen. The organization offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in industrial manufacturing.
Minimum of 3 years of full P&L accountability.

Responsibilities

Champion a culture of safety and compliance.
Oversee plant KPIs and drive results.
Own site P&L, budgeting, and strategic development.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Commercial Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Financial Planning Software

Inventory Planning Software

Production Planning Software

Job description

This range is provided by CapstoneONE Search. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $240,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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A globally renowned and highly profitable industrial manufacturing organization seeks to hire a Vice President and General Manager to strategically lead manufacturing operations and sales activities for their flagship site in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area. Reporting to the Executive VP of Operations, this position will have P&L ownership and be responsible for the leadership and development of a large staff. This is a permanent, direct-hire opportunity.

Primary Responsibilities:

Champion a culture of safety and compliance, ensuring adherence to all regulations and company policies.
Oversee plant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), driving results in safety, quality, cost, delivery, sales, compliance, and new product development.
Own site P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic development to enhance profitability and long-term growth.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key functional leaders across EHS, Engineering, Sales, Quality, Finance, and HR to align business objectives.
Develop and execute short- and long-term business strategies to drive revenue, profit, and cash flow growth.
Lead daily performance improvements and high-impact projects, ensuring timely recovery plans when targets are missed.
Drive sales growth through increased volume, market share, and new customer acquisition while ensuring financial goals are met.
Build, develop, and manage a high-performing manufacturing leadership team, fostering an engaging, high-performance work culture.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in industrial manufacturing environments.
Minimum of 3 years of full P&L accountability.
High level of commercial acumen including the leadership and development of sales and business development leaders.
Strong experience in leading teams, managing change, and executing business strategies.
Proficiency in financial, inventory, and production planning software, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Our client offers a generous portfolio of insurance and retirement benefits along with opportunities for advancement and other attractive perks. A comprehensive relocation package will be provided for highly qualified candidates not currently residing in the immediate geographic area.

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