General Manager (Sales)

The General Manager (Sales) is responsible for managing the sales and operations of a geographical sales and distribution district, aligning local market strategy with corporate strategy, and maximizing long-term profit and return on working capital. The role requires a thorough understanding of the market and the ability to establish BlueLinx' visibility in the market. The General Manager will also be responsible for managing logistics points, customer relationships, and inventory levels, as well as leading a team and ensuring direct reports obtain applicable training and development opportunities.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in a related field
• 8+ years of experience with a Master's degree (MS/MA/MBA)
• Strong analytical skills (qualitative and quantitative)
• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and sense of urgency
• Problem solving and customer focused
• Territory management and target marketing skills
• Extensive product knowledge and consultative selling skills