Senior Manager, Commercial and Industrial Operations & Deal Execution

Gordon Brothers • Nashville, TN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Commercial & Industrial Operations / Deal Execution professional is responsible for the hands‑on execution of complex C&I engagements, including client‑site operations, labor and vendor coordination, and day‑to‑day support of active deals. This role plays a critical part in translating executed deal strategy into operational reality, particularly in time‑sensitive, distressed, or operationally complex environments. The role requires high flexibility, frequent travel, strong on‑site presence, and the ability to proactively resolve operational challenges while maintaining effective communication with both clients and internal deal teams.

Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant work experience in operational and execution based roles
• Strong operational judgment in fast‑moving environments
• Comfort working in distressed or non‑traditional operating settings
• Ability to manage competing priorities under tight timelines
• Direct, professional communication style with internal and external stakeholders
• Hands‑on, execution‑oriented mindset aligned with Gordon Brothers’ deal culture
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to support data tracking, reporting, inventory management, and real-time operational communication in high‑volume, time‑sensitive environments
• Extensive travel required, including short‑notice site visits
• Willingness to work non‑standard hours during active project phases
• Availability aligned with client and project needs rather than a fixed schedule

Responsibilities

• Support active Commercial & Industrial engagements through direct on‑site involvement, often on short notice
• Represent Gordon Brothers, in a professional manner, in operational settings including warehouses, DCs, manufacturing sites, and liquidation environments
• Assist in the execution of liquidation, wind‑down, transition, or operational restructuring activities
• Identify issues impacting timeline, cost, or execution and escalate appropriately to deal leadership.
• Proactively flag constraints (e.g., audits, space limits, timing pressure) and discusses options with internal team and warehouse leadership to keep freight flowing.
• Hands‑on execution of warehouse coordination, and operational communication and flow of documents, especially in high‑volume and time‑critical scenarios.
• Serve as a day‑to‑day operational interface with clients, vendors, staffing providers, and third parties
• Adapt communication style to client circumstances, including distressed or high‑pressure environments
• Provide operational guidance and assistance to clients’ staff to ensure streamlined processes.
• Maintain responsiveness and availability to internal stakeholders and client contacts throughout the engagement
• Coordinate temporary labor, warehouse staffing, supervisors, and skilled operators as required for project execution
• Work directly with staffing providers and vendors to source, deploy, and manage labor resources
• Support implementation of labor strategies consistent with Gordon Brothers project models and prior engagements
• Monitor staffing adequacy and operational coverage to ensure uninterrupted project progress
• Participate in deal‑specific strategy and execution meetings
• Support senior deal leads by managing execution‑level workstreams and operational follow‑through
• Provide regular updates to internal teams regarding on‑site conditions, risks, and execution status
• Collaborate closely with Asset Management, Valuation, and Financial Advisory teams as applicable to the engagement

Benefits

• base salary
• bonus plan
• health insurance
• dental benefits
• 401(k) match
• time off benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed