General Manager
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
06-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
PAPE MATERIAL HANDLING INC. -
SEATTLE WA -WESTERN WA & ALASKA REGION
GENERAL MANAGER:
Are you looking for a challenge Do you enjoy leading a team and driving results Do you strive to be the best and win If you answered yes to these questions we want to hear from you!
Pape Material Handling a premier capital equipment dealer in the West is seeking a highly motivated and experienced General Manager to lead our team in the Western WA and Alaska region.
At Pape we invest in your growth. From robust training programs to continuous support we equip our team members with the tools to return for your hard work we offer competitive compensation exceptional benefits and a strong work-life balance designed to support you and your family.
Make a difference. Grow your career. Join the Pape Team!
WHAT YOULL DO:
As our General Manager you will be a dynamic leader responsible for driving performance growth and operational excellence across our Pape Material Handling branch locations in the Western WA and Alaska region. This region includes branches in Seattle Fife Arlington Bellingham and Poulsbo WA along with a branch in Anchorage AK. This role demands a strategic mindset operational oversight and a strong leadership presence to guide branch teams in delivering outstanding service sales and profitability.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the operations of multiple branches aligning each with company objectives and performance standards.
- Develop and implement regional sales strategies forecast performance and set measurable business goals.
- Oversee branch budgets control operating costs and ensure long-term profitability.
- Monitor market share trends competitor activity and local market dynamics to maintain a competitive edge.
- Drive customer satisfaction by ensuring exceptional service and support across all departments.
- Champion a high-performance culture focused on results collaboration and continuous improvement.
- At a minimum visit each branch in the region once each quarter to ensure operational excellence and provide leadership to managers and members.
All of your efforts are geared towards providing exceptional service to our customers and being the leading material handling equipment dealer in the area. If you are a great leader results-driven and are looking to make a difference join our team today!
WHAT YOU NEED:
- Proven track record of successful management experience in capital goods retail operations or dealership environments.
- Strong background in sales marketing budgeting and personnel leadership.
- Demonstrated experience in developing teams setting performance goals and achieving sales targets.
- Tech-savvy with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook PowerPoint).
- Exceptional communication decision-making and interpersonal skills.
- Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
- Must reside within or be willing to relocate to the assigned regional area.
Why work for Pape:
- Competitive pay based on your skills training and experience level.
- Outstanding benefits including 401(k) & Roth 401(k) Retirement Plans with Company Match; Medical Dental Vision and Prescription Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts (Flex Plans); Life Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Online and Instructor-Led Training; Tuition Reimbursement for Training Programs.
- Progressive Vacation Plans Sick Leave & Paid Holidays Members receive 80 hours of vacation (First year is prorated for new hires based on start date) 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked and 7 paid holidays each year. Pape vacation plans also have tiers based on your seniority so as your seniority grows your vacation time off does as well.
- Advancement Pape is a dynamic growth-oriented organization with a focus on promoting from within.
- Stability and reputation Pape is a family-owned fourth-generation company with over 160 locations over 4000 members and 85 plus years of experience. Pape is known for their stability honesty and integrity.
- Equipment Pape has the largest equipment inventory in the West and an unparalleled parts inventory.
- Employee impact Enjoy an open-door policy where your voice will be heard and your opinions will matter.
- Training You will be provided with training and mentoring to prepare you for your role and continued learning to grow your skills.
The Pape Group maintains a drug-free workplace and as such requires candidates to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Hospitality Experience
- Interviewing
- Management Experience
- Profit & Loss
- Employment & Labor Law
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
- P&L Management
- Restaurant Management
- Retail Management
- Recruiting
About Company
Papé offers new and used capital equipment, rental options, extensive parts inventories, and dedicated customer service to keep you moving in WA, OR, CA, ID, NV, MT, AK, & HI.
