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Assistant General Manager

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Kalamazoo
Posted on: October 28, 2024

Job Description:

Welcome to Halperns! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...Assistant General ManagerKalamazoo, MI Welcome to Halperns'! The dedicated employees who work at Halperns' are passionately committed to this business and the customers they serve. Being part of Halperns' means being part of something important, something unique, and something special. This commitment is made clear by the superior meat and seafood specialty products we distribute.Position Summary:Assists with leading and managing the strategic vision of a Specialty Company toward continual, aggressive business growth in preparation for future appointment as General Manager. Supports culture in rapidly changing regional markets.Essential Functions:

  • Develops Annual Operating Plan (AOP) which aligns with North American Specialty Company objectives
  • Communicates AOP and divisional priorities to aligning divisional activities with AOP
  • Maintains AOP and reacts and adjusts based on market conditions
  • Participates in corporate Long Range Planning (LRP) by providing market trends and opportunities
  • Understands the key business drivers and can provide support and direction in all areas of the business including:
    • Sales - Leads the sales function by participating in key customer interaction
    • Finance - Understands financial reporting and what actions influence key financial indicators
    • Human Resources - Leads the leadership development process to ensure the organization has the best individuals necessary to execute the AOP and support future growth. Is involved in key employee relation issues.
    • Warehousing - Understands KPI's and recognizes opportunities to gain operational efficiencies
    • Transportation - Understands KPI's and recognizes opportunities to gain operational efficiencies
    • Marketing - recognizes opportunities to enhance margin on the supply side, and drives the proper product mix to achieve divisional goals
    • Is visible to, and engaged in, all areas of the organization
    • Works with corporate to leverage resources and breaks down barriers
    • Has inspiring and influential communication skills with all levels of individuals at customers, suppliers, and GFS
    • Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
      • Must have budgetary skills and ability to understand forecasting models.
      • Must be able to think and plan strategically.
      • Must be able to communicate and persuade on both a strategic and tactical level.
      • Must be able to coach and motivate other company leaders.Equipment / Tools / Technology:
        • Laptop computer, tablet, or other personal device
        • MicroSoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer)
        • Google products (Gmail, calendar, docs)
        • Networked office printer/copier/facsimile machineEducational & Experience Requirements:Bachelor Degree - PreferredA combination of education, training and experience equivalent to a bachelor degree will be considered in lieu of a bachelor degree. Minimum Years of Experience:Five years leadership experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Experience working in an organization of comparable size and complexity.You are required to provide your most recent employment experience for your application to be considered complete.BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US! Halperns' Steak & Seafood values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. Halperns' is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line. Please keep in mind this method is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.

Keywords: Disability Solutions, Elkhart , Assistant General Manager, Executive , Kalamazoo, Indiana

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