WillScot

General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $44,200.00 - $66,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
company holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) with match

Job Description

WillScot, listed on NASDAQ under the ticker WSC, is a leading provider of flexible workspace and portable storage solutions across North America, with a workforce of over 4,000 employees. Serving a broad range of industries, the company operates from more than 240 locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. WillScot is recognized for its innovative approach and commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity, aiming to create an environment where employees can be their authentic selves and contribute meaningfully to the organization. The company not only offers industry-leading compensation and benefits but also emphasizes employee development, upward mobility, and community... Show More

Job Requirements

  • B.S. in business administration, marketing, or a related field or equivalent experience
  • Up to 10 years of progressively responsible business unit management experience
  • Ability to travel at least 25% within the region/market and occasionally for division-wide meetings
  • Demonstrated success managing a P&L of $5M to $100M
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Experience driving sales team performance and sales productivity
  • Experience managing decentralized, branch-based operations
  • Experience leading industrial transportation and logistics services
  • Experience in rental or leasing business models or related logistics/industrial services
  • Strong multitasking and organizational skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Experience in matrix organizational structures

Job Qualifications

  • B.S. in Business Administration, Marketing, or related business field or equivalent years of experience
  • Experience up to 10 years in progressively responsible Business Unit Management roles
  • Demonstrated success managing a P&L of $5M - $100M depending on GM level
  • Ability to travel at least 25% of the time within the region/market
  • Master's degree in Business Administration or related fields preferred
  • Experience working closely with sales teams to drive performance and increase sales productivity
  • Experience leading across a decentralized, branch-based operating network
  • Experience leading industrial transportation and logistics services
  • Extensive network in industrial, business services, or construction services sectors
  • Experience in rental/leasing business models such as construction equipment or car leasing, or in logistics, transportation, or other industrial services
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, collaborative environment
  • Accuracy, thoroughness, and continuous improvement mindset
  • Strong executive presence and customer presentation skills
  • Experience working in a matrixed organizational structure

Job Duties

  • Lead Region/Market by developing growth strategies and executing on company business objectives
  • Manage the P&L and drive revenue growth and profitability for the region/market
  • Manage the field sales team through appropriate performance management and support programs to drive sales productivity and achieve plan objectives
  • Develop and execute Region growth strategy to increase market penetration of all WillScot business lines and drive revenue growth
  • Oversee branch operations managers responsible for fleet maintenance and associated direct labor and material planning and safety measures
  • Oversee transportation and logistics operations to ensure safe, efficient and profitable fulfillment of WillScot's solutions
  • Oversee local customer service operations and process improvements to improve customer satisfaction and net promoter scores
  • Lead and coach employees across all functions to drive employee engagement and organizational leadership
  • Actively manage and develop leaders within the Region/Market creating a talent bench for all functional general management roles
  • Observe market trends and provide feedback to Divisional and Corporate leadership to inform commercial strategy
  • Provide timely information to other functional departments supporting planning, forecasting, competitive intelligence, national accounts, operational best practices, and compliance matters

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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