Power Systems Division GM: Growth & Ops Leader

Kimmel & Associates Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Profit sharing

Vehicle program

Leadership opportunity

Collaborative with ownership

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates is recruiting a General Manager for a power systems division in Louisville, KY. This commercially minded leader will partner with ownership to develop and execute strategies that drive profitable growth, operational excellence, and enduring customer relationships.

You will oversee financial performance, business development, manufacturer partnerships (including John Deere), and cross‑functional operations while nurturing a strong leadership team and focusing on safety,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field required.
• 5+ years of management experience with responsibility for financial results and business development.
• Proven ability to lead sales teams, manage departmental leaders, and develop high-performing teams.
• Working knowledge of diesel engine distribution, including John Deere and competing engine products, their applications, and service requirements.
• Strong understanding of sales, parts, service operations, financial management, and marketing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual business plans with accountability for revenue growth and margins.
• Identify new market opportunities and lead initiatives to expand the division's customer base.
• Strengthen customer relationships through engagement and coordinated sales, parts, and service support.
• Serve as the executive contact for manufacturer representatives and suppliers, including John Deere.
• Oversee sales, parts, engineering, and service operations through departmental managers.
• Expand and strengthen the dealer and service network to maintain geographic coverage.
• Establish departmental goals, monitor performance, and develop talent through coaching and succession planning.
• Maintain high standards for workplace safety, compliance, and domestic/cross-border trade requirements.
• Report performance, forecasts, and risks to ownership and communicate priorities across the division.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Sales leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

John Deere knowledge

Diesel engine distribution knowledge

Job description

Kimmel & Associates is recruiting a General Manager for a power systems division in Louisville, KY. This commercially minded leader will partner with ownership to develop and execute strategies that drive profitable growth, operational excellence, and enduring customer relationships.

You will oversee financial performance, business development, manufacturer partnerships (including John Deere), and cross‑functional operations while nurturing a strong leadership team and focusing on safety,