Business Unit Manager

STEEL WAREHOUSE CO LLC•Portage, IN

About The Position

The Business Unit Manager focuses on customer expectations, problem prevention, and continuous improvement to improve results for the business unit, customers, and employees. The role leads operational excellence and manages and optimizes the overall operations of the Portage plant. The manager champions change and is accountable for measurable, cost-effective results and execution of goals. Knowledge and experience in commercial sales, fabrication, profiling, flat and hot roll metals, and galvanized materials are valuable. An entrepreneurial mindset, basic metallurgy knowledge, and previous P&L responsibility are preferred. The manager oversees department employees and is responsible for their performance management and hiring. The position requires up to 25 percent travel. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Business, or equivalent business experience with a proven record of increasing responsibility.
Operational management experience.
Business acumen.
Presentation skills.
Financial management skills.
Strategic thinking.
Customer/client focus.
Communication proficiency.
Leadership skills.
Decision-making skills.
Performance management skills.

Nice To Haves

Sales experience in carbon flat rolled products is a definite plus.
Knowledge and experience in commercial sales, fabrication, profiling, flat and hot roll metals, and galvanized materials.
An entrepreneurial mindset.
Some knowledge of basic metallurgy.
Previous P&L responsibility.

Responsibilities

Assist with or participate in contractual negotiations with customers and suppliers.
Oversee operations and apply operational management experience.
Manage inventory and forecasts.
Manage pricing policy, price maintenance, price schedules, and the evaluation and approval of off-list prices.
Drive sales, margin, and profit growth.
Manage, report, and improve key performance metrics, including safety, inventory, quality, cost, and productivity.
Lead process and continuous improvement.
Develop and guide new product programs to support sustained profit growth within the business unit.
Contribute to the corporate strategic growth plan through annual business audits, evaluations, and submission of multiyear business plans.
Manage staffing within the business unit.
Manage department employees, including hiring and performance management.