DeVivo Companies is searching for a growth-oriented leader to serve as the General Manager of our Northeast Tool Distributors department. The General Manager has full P&L responsibility and oversees all sales, operations and inventory management of the department to ensure long-term sales growth and profitability.

Northeast Tool Distributors is one of the largest regional suppliers of quality automotive tools and shop equipment. Headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut, our 55,000-square-foot warehouse is fully stocked with over 150 different product lines. Learn more about us at www.netooldistributors.com.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develops and manages the business strategy of the department to engage in the market.
• Develops and manages incremental and long-term growth strategies including acquisition opportunities.
• Develops and manages the organizational structure of the department.
• Plans for and manages all resources employed by the department.
• Responsible for improving efficiency and increasing department profits.
• Employs sound leadership skills to produce positive changes in employee behavior.
• Develops goals and objectives and manages the performance of the department against them.
• Manages department profitability through procurement, order management, logistics management and inventory management.
• Manage relationships with all suppliers of the tool department, including tool manufacturers and wholesalers.
• Develops and fosters customer relationships through sales leadership.
• Develops, manages, and contributes to the internal communications of the tool department.
• Manages departmental compliance with internal, regulatory, and manufacturer policies.
• Contributes to a positive business culture through words and actions.

Position Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in wholesale distribution and sales management
• Understanding of products & services related to the automotive/truck repair business
• Strong working knowledge of operational processes in wholesale distribution and sales management
• Strong communication and collaboration ability
• Strong decision-making ability
• Highly motivated
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.)
• Knowledge of wholesale distribution processes and systems, automotive tools, repair processes and sales processes is preferred but not required

What We Offer:

• Family-oriented culture & team environment
• Promotion opportunities – we promote from within
• Medical & dental insurance
• Life & disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Competitive compensation package

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status and all other protected classes.