{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"574390207e78e01abde8fea8","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/574390207e78e01abde8fea8","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/574390207e78e01abde8fea8","title":"General Manager","description":"General Manager Nutting Carts/Acco\r\nJob Description\r\nResponsibilities\r\nReporting to the Vice President of Sales, the General Manager of Nutting Carts & Trailers is responsible for leading the overall business performance of the Nutting division, including operations, sales, marketing, and financial results. The GM holds full P&L accountability and ensures alignment between commercial growth objectives and operational capabilities. This role requires a balanced leader with strong strategic, commercial, and operational acumen who can drive performance, develop talent, and maintain a culture of safety, quality, and accountability.\r\nSpecific responsibilities will include:\r\nProvide direct leadership and oversight for all aspects of the Nutting business, including manufacturing, engineering, quality, planning, sales, and marketing to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and profitability targets are met.\r\nOwn and manage full P&L accountability, aligning revenue generation and cost management to achieve business and financial objectives.\r\nDirect sales and marketing strategy, including dealer network management, pricing, quoting, trade show planning, and brand development initiatives.\r\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with customers, dealers, and OEMs to support business growth and long-term partnerships.\r\nAlign manufacturing capacity and labor planning with sales forecasts and customer demand through effective coordination and resource allocation.\r\nDrive operational excellence through Lean initiatives and KPI-based management focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.\r\nExecute strategic growth initiatives that support the company’s annual operating plan and long-term expansion objectives.\r\nCollaborate cross-functionally with corporate functions including Finance, HR, Supply Chain, and Marketing to ensure consistency across all business operations.\r\nMaintain a professional presence in the field through customer visits, dealer meetings, and corporate initiatives. Travel expected 25%-50% on a needed basis.\r\nThe person in this role will help the organization achieve:\r\nConsistent growth in revenue, profitability, and market share through integrated commercial and operational leadership.\r\nAlignment between sales, production, and financial performance to ensure sustainable business results.\r\nStronger relationships with customers and dealers that enhance Nutting’s brand position within the Kito Crosby portfolio.\r\nIncreased accountability and performance across all levels of the organization through structured KPIs and team development.\r\nImproved efficiency and process orientation through the application of Lean tools and continuous improvement practices.\r\nA strong culture of safety, engagement, and ownership throughout the business.\r\nProfessional Experiences and Qualities\r\nThe ideal candidate is an accomplished business leader with demonstrated success managing a manufacturing operation while also driving commercial growth. This individual should have a strong background in P&L management, sales leadership, and operational improvement within a complex manufacturing environment. The GM must be a hands-on, high-integrity leader who can effectively balance strategic thinking with practical execution.\r\nThe ideal candidate should also possess, at minimum, the following qualifications and attributes:\r\n10+ years of progressive leadership experience with full P&L responsibility in a manufacturing or engineered-to-order environment.\r\nProven track record of success in both commercial and operational leadership roles.\r\nExperience managing sales channels, dealer networks, and key customer relationships.\r\nStrong financial and analytical skills with a focus on performance metrics and profitability.\r\nExperience developing and executing business strategies that achieve growth while maintaining operational excellence.\r\nRecognized for developing talent, building cohesive teams, and promoting accountability.\r\nExcellent communicator capable of working effectively across all levels of the organization.\r\nEducation\r\nA bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or another related technical discipline is required. An MBA or other advanced degree is considered a plus.\r\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #Acco#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Socketdev","rawCompany":"socketdev","city":"Watertown","state":"SD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-20T01:07:52.074Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-1021.00","title":"General and Operations Managers","slug":"general-and-operations-managers"},{"code":"11-2022.00","title":"Sales Managers","slug":"sales-managers"},{"code":"41-1012.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-non-retail-sales-workers"}],"industries":[{"code":"336999","title":"All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-transportation-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"811111","title":"General Automotive Repair","slug":"general-automotive-repair"},{"code":"336212","title":"Truck Trailer Manufacturing","slug":"truck-trailer-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"General Manager","description":"General Manager Nutting Carts/Acco\r\nJob Description\r\nResponsibilities\r\nReporting to the Vice President of Sales, the General Manager of Nutting Carts & Trailers is responsible for leading the overall business performance of the Nutting division, including operations, sales, marketing, and financial results. The GM holds full P&L accountability and ensures alignment between commercial growth objectives and operational capabilities. This role requires a balanced leader with strong strategic, commercial, and operational acumen who can drive performance, develop talent, and maintain a culture of safety, quality, and accountability.\r\nSpecific responsibilities will include:\r\nProvide direct leadership and oversight for all aspects of the Nutting business, including manufacturing, engineering, quality, planning, sales, and marketing to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and profitability targets are met.\r\nOwn and manage full P&L accountability, aligning revenue generation and cost management to achieve business and financial objectives.\r\nDirect sales and marketing strategy, including dealer network management, pricing, quoting, trade show planning, and brand development initiatives.\r\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with customers, dealers, and OEMs to support business growth and long-term partnerships.\r\nAlign manufacturing capacity and labor planning with sales forecasts and customer demand through effective coordination and resource allocation.\r\nDrive operational excellence through Lean initiatives and KPI-based management focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.\r\nExecute strategic growth initiatives that support the company’s annual operating plan and long-term expansion objectives.\r\nCollaborate cross-functionally with corporate functions including Finance, HR, Supply Chain, and Marketing to ensure consistency across all business operations.\r\nMaintain a professional presence in the field through customer visits, dealer meetings, and corporate initiatives. Travel expected 25%-50% on a needed basis.\r\nThe person in this role will help the organization achieve:\r\nConsistent growth in revenue, profitability, and market share through integrated commercial and operational leadership.\r\nAlignment between sales, production, and financial performance to ensure sustainable business results.\r\nStronger relationships with customers and dealers that enhance Nutting’s brand position within the Kito Crosby portfolio.\r\nIncreased accountability and performance across all levels of the organization through structured KPIs and team development.\r\nImproved efficiency and process orientation through the application of Lean tools and continuous improvement practices.\r\nA strong culture of safety, engagement, and ownership throughout the business.\r\nProfessional Experiences and Qualities\r\nThe ideal candidate is an accomplished business leader with demonstrated success managing a manufacturing operation while also driving commercial growth. This individual should have a strong background in P&L management, sales leadership, and operational improvement within a complex manufacturing environment. The GM must be a hands-on, high-integrity leader who can effectively balance strategic thinking with practical execution.\r\nThe ideal candidate should also possess, at minimum, the following qualifications and attributes:\r\n10+ years of progressive leadership experience with full P&L responsibility in a manufacturing or engineered-to-order environment.\r\nProven track record of success in both commercial and operational leadership roles.\r\nExperience managing sales channels, dealer networks, and key customer relationships.\r\nStrong financial and analytical skills with a focus on performance metrics and profitability.\r\nExperience developing and executing business strategies that achieve growth while maintaining operational excellence.\r\nRecognized for developing talent, building cohesive teams, and promoting accountability.\r\nExcellent communicator capable of working effectively across all levels of the organization.\r\nEducation\r\nA bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or another related technical discipline is required. 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