General Manager of Engine Power Systems Division
Executive Leadership • American Diesel Outfitters LLC ®
American Diesel Outfitters LLC ® is seeking a visionary, results-driven executive to serve as the General Manager of our Clients Power Systems Division. In this critical leadership role, you will collaborate directly with ownership to develop and execute the division's annual business plan, driving profitable growth, expanding existing enterprise accounts, cultivating high-performance management teams, and stewarding key manufacturer relationships.
We are looking for an experienced leader with deep expertise in heavy-duty diesel engine distribution, commercial operations, and fixed-operations management who can scale operational excellence.
Overview & Core Responsibilities
The General Manager our client seeks exercises complete P&L ownership and operational command across sales, parts, and service, ensuring robust financial performance, customer retention, and strategic market expansion.
- Represent our client in its communities and markets, consistent with the organization's core values, vision, and mission.
- Develop and execute the division's annual business plan, maintaining direct accountability for revenue, gross margin, operating profit, expense control, and working capital within established authority.
- Serve as the primary executive contact for key engine manufacturer personnel (including John Deere and competitive lines) and strategic suppliers, aligning priorities and ensuring fulfillment of distributor agreements.
- Drive profitable business growth by identifying prospective customers, developing new accounts, and leading conversion efforts into lasting client relationships.
- Direct sales, parts, and service operations through departmental managers, establishing sound practices for demand planning, inventory control, order fulfillment, delivery, and technical/warranty support.
- Lead the continued development and expansion of the service dealer network to maintain superior geographic coverage and technical service capabilities throughout the territory.
- Retain and expand existing customer relationships by maintaining regular executive contact, understanding evolving operational needs, and coordinating cross-departmental service delivery.
- Lead departmental managers in setting strategic priorities, making key business decisions, and holding teams strictly accountable for execution and results.
- Oversee workplace safety, internal controls, and compliance with applicable business, environmental, and cross-border trade requirements.
- Manage executive recruiting, staffing, and professional development for direct reports while guiding departmental managers in talent growth across the division.
Candidate Qualifications & Requirements
We require a proven executive leader with a distinguished background in diesel distribution, heavy equipment, and commercial operational management.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent executive leadership experience.
- Minimum 5+ years in a related senior management role with demonstrated P&L and business development accountability.
- Proven ability to lead sales, parts, and service departmental managers and develop high-caliber staff.
Technical & Leadership Skills
- Working knowledge of diesel engine distribution (John Deere and competitive products), applications, parts, and technical support.
- Strong financial acumen, strategic planning, analytical, and process-driven problem-solving capabilities.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
