GM, Switchgear: Growth, Operations & P&L Leader

nVent; Fulton (MO); On-site; USD 230,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent is seeking a General Manager to lead the Switchgear business within Engineered Building Solutions (ETO). This role owns the full P&L, shaping commercial strategy, engineering execution, manufacturing operations, project delivery, and customer relationships to scale growth with velocity and discipline.

The successful candidate will build a high‑performing team, translate strategy into actionable plans, partner with supply chain and R&D, and expand market presence across critical utility,

Qualifications

• Experience leading within an Engineered to Order (ETO) environment.
• Proven track record in driving P&L and growth.
• Strong leadership with cross-functional collaboration and execution.
• Ability to negotiate through collaboration, influence, and tact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand a high‑performing Switchgear team.
• Define and implement transformational strategy for growth across programs and services.
• Partner with operations, engineering, and supply chain to ensure efficiency and delivery.
• Drive NPI and sustaining design lifecycle with customer voice and manufacturability in mind.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and operating excellence while controlling costs and quality.
• Own P&L and drive revenue, margin expansion, and portfolio diversification.

Skills

P&L management

Strategic leadership

ETO experience

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or marketing

MBA or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP systems (SAP)

Financial planning tools

Job description

nVent is seeking a General Manager to lead the Switchgear business within Engineered Building Solutions (ETO). This role owns the full P&L, shaping commercial strategy, engineering execution, manufacturing operations, project delivery, and customer relationships to scale growth with velocity and discipline.

The successful candidate will build a high‑performing team, translate strategy into actionable plans, partner with supply chain and R&D, and expand market presence across critical utility,