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General Manager

General Manager

Waterford Executive • Welland, ON, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description
Job Title: General Manager – Canadian Operation Location: Welland, ON, Canada Reporting To: President – North America/CEO Germany Industry: Industrial Manufacturing / Hydraulics Company Overview: Our company designs and manufactures a comprehensive line of innovative, reliable hydraulic, electronic, control and fluid conditioning solutions optimized for mobile and industrial applications. Our passionate and talented team accomplishes this by leveraging our product and application expertise while collaborating with our customers to develop innovative solutions that solve their challenges and increase the value to their end customers.
Our global presence coupled with local competence allow us the agility to provide a superior customer experience. As a family-owned and operated business, our entrepreneurial efforts create long term mutually successful partnerships with our customers, a vibrant and rewarding working environment for our employees and build equity for all stakeholders.
To support our continued growth, we are seeking a dynamic and strategic General Manager to lead our Canadian Operation. This executive will be responsible for the overall operation, business development, and profitability of the Canadian market.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Leadership:
Develop and execute the strategic plan for the Canadian operation in alignment with the global and the North American company vision and objectives.
Operational Management: Oversee all Canadian operations, including sales, service, distribution, supply chain, finance, HR, and compliance.
  • Business Development & Sales:
Drive revenue growth through direct sales, key account management, and development of distribution partnerships. Identify and capitalize on new market opportunities.
  • P&L Responsibility:
Manage the operation’s budget, financial performance, and profitability. Report regularly to the German and North American headquarters on key financial and operational metrics.
  • Team Leadership:
Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing team across multiple functions. Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
  • Customer Focus:
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through technical support, after-sales service, and strong relationship management.
  • Compliance & Reporting:
Ensure compliance with Canadian regulatory requirements and company policies.
Maintain open and consistent communication with the parent company in the USA and in Germany.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or related field.
  • 10+ years of leadership experience in industrial manufacturing or hydraulics, with at least 5 years in a business unit manager, general management or country manager role.
  • Proven track record of business development and operational leadership.
  • Strong understanding of Canadian industrial markets and regulatory landscape.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Key Competencies:
  • Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
  • Results-oriented and financially savvy
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Culturally adaptable and collaborative across international teams
  • Hands-on, pragmatic leadership style
Why Join Us?
  • Be a key driver of international growth for a respected German engineering brand
  • Lead a division with high autonomy and visibility within the organization
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and performance incentives
  • Opportunities for advancement within a global company
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