Power Systems Division GM - Growth, Ops & Partnerships

Kimmel & Associates Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Vehicle program

Leadership collaboration with owner

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates Inc. is seeking a General Manager to lead our Power Systems Division in New Orleans. The role partners with ownership to develop and execute strategies for profitable growth, operational excellence, and enduring customer relationships.

The ideal candidate balances strategic planning with hands-on oversight across sales, parts, engineering, and service. A commercially minded leader with experience in diesel engine systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• At least five years of management experience with responsibility for financial results.
• Experience leading sales teams and developing high-performing teams.
• Knowledge of diesel engine distribution, parts, service and support requirements.
• Strong understanding of sales, parts, service operations, financial management and marketing.
• Strong analytical, strategic planning and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and leadership abilities.
• Process-oriented management balancing customer needs, operational priorities and financial objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual business plans with accountability for revenue growth, gross margins, operating profit, expense management and asset utilization.
• Identify new market opportunities and expand the division's customer base and market presence.
• Strengthen customer relationships through regular engagement and coordinated sales, parts, and service support.
• Serve as the primary 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 and capabilities.
• Establish departmental goals, monitor performance and develop talent through coaching and succession planning.
• Maintain high standards for workplace safety, internal controls and compliance with trade requirements.
• Report performance, forecasts and risks to ownership and communicate strategic priorities.

Skills

Diesel engines

Leadership

Business development

Strategic planning

Financial management

Sales management

Operations leadership

CRM

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Job description

Kimmel & Associates Inc. is seeking a General Manager to lead our Power Systems Division in New Orleans. The role partners with ownership to develop and execute strategies for profitable growth, operational excellence, and enduring customer relationships.

The ideal candidate balances strategic planning with hands-on oversight across sales, parts, engineering, and service. A commercially minded leader with experience in diesel engine systems is preferred.