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General Manager III - Mobility Systems

Cadillac, MIOnsiteFull TimeManager / HeadPosted 6 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • profit and loss accountability
  • business unit
  • sales volume
  • product design
  • product development
  • product launch
  • customer satisfaction
  • cash generation
  • productivity
  • return on investment

Role summary

The General Manager III - Mobility Systems role is responsible for the overall direction, sales, design, development, and launch of products within a division with over $100 million in sales volume. This P&L accountable position involves managing business unit operations, driving organic growth, developing strategic plans for products and operations, managing financial aspects including budgeting and reporting, and ensuring the acquisition and maintenance of skilled staff. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with various regulations (ISO 9001, FAR, FCPA, trade compliance), managing labor relations, and improving customer service ratings. The role requires a Master's degree or equivalent experience and strong core competencies in global business acumen, strategic direction, change leadership, talent development, innovation, and executive presence.

SUMMARY

The General Manager will have profit and loss accountability and is responsible for the overall direction, sales, design, development and launch of products as well as administration of the products and services provided by the specific division(s) with a sales volume over 100 million dollars that he/she is responsible for.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the overall operations and objective of the business unit(s).

Successful implementation of any Business Plan Objectives.

Grow the business unit through organic growth, including increased capabilities, development of product lines and market relationships while ensuring profitability.

Develop strategic and tactical plans for product design and development.

Develop strategic and tactical plans to improve operations, customer satisfaction, cash generation, productivity and return on investment.

Manage proposal efforts to assure compliance and competitive position.

Review and approve pricing for all products.

Develop the annual budget and meet the associated commitments. Monitor this in conjunction with the budget and finance manager.

Recommend annual program goals to senior management. Ensure that an ongoing evaluation system is in place related to such goals and that progress reports are provided on a regular basis.

The accurate, complete and timely submission of required financial reports, forecasts, quotations, budgets, rates, and analyses.

The cost-effective maintenance, development, and implementation of centralized services, systems, and management tools which support divisional operations and contribute to improved cost, quality, productivity, and a competitive position.

Provision of competent, responsive, financial counsel to the executive staff, providing necessary coordination with financial, legal, and compliance staff.

The acquisition and maintenance of skilled staff and resources necessary to meet functional charter obligations.

Maintain a safe work environment.

Responsible for formulating and articulating new business opportunities identified from customer information and problem resolutions.

Promote the mission, vision, and values in order to maintain a strong relationship with employees, AARs customers, suppliers and stockholders.

Manage labor relations, UAW contract compliance and negotiations.

Ensure that AAR policies and procedures are developed, updated, implemented, and followed.

Monitor customer service ratings and always improve.

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QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree (M.A.) or equivalent; or twelve years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Global Business Acumen

Establishing Strategic Direction

Leading and Facilitating Change

Executive Presence

Identifying and Developing Talent

Driving Innovation for Operational Excellence

Creating a Culture of Inclusivity and Trust

Safety Leadership

Detailed understanding of ISO 9001

Assure compliance with all applicable FAR clauses

Assure FCPA and trade compliance

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