General Manager

General Manager (Private Equity-Backed)

Location: Portland, ME Area (On-Site)

This is an exciting opportunity for a General Manager to step into a high-impact leadership role with a rapidly growing, private equity-backed distribution business. This organization is a recognized leader in its space, with strong market presence, significant momentum, and a clear path for continued expansion.

This is a true “seat at the table” role—offering full ownership of operations, financial performance, and strategic execution. The right leader will bring a blend of hands-on operational leadership and strategic discipline, with the ability to drive results in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Private equity-backed growth story with strong capital support and ambitious expansion plans
• Full P&L ownership with the ability to directly impact EBITDA and enterprise value
• Opportunity to professionalize and scale operations in a dynamic, high-demand industry
• High visibility with executive leadership and investors
• Ability to build, lead, and shape a high-performing team and culture

The Opportunity

The General Manager will lead all aspects of the business, with accountability for operational execution, financial performance, and team leadership. This individual will play a critical role in driving efficiency, improving margins, and implementing scalable processes to support continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Own full P&L performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization
• Lead day-to-day operations across logistics, warehouse, inventory, and commercial functions
• Drive operational excellence in a fast-paced, time-sensitive distribution environment
• Implement and optimize KPIs, dashboards, and reporting rhythms aligned with PE expectations
• Lead or support a major ERP implementation, ensuring successful rollout and adoption
• Identify and execute process improvements to enhance productivity, service levels, and profitability
• Partner closely with finance on reporting, controls, and cash flow management
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing leadership team
• Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

• 8–10+ years of leadership experience in general management, operations, or finance
• Proven track record of owning and improving P&L performance
• Experience operating in a private equity-backed or highly performance-driven environment preferred
• Background in distribution, supply chain, foodservice, or other time-sensitive industries is highly attractive
• Experience leading or supporting ERP implementations
• Strong operator with the ability to balance strategy and hands-on execution
• Demonstrated ability to build teams, drive accountability, and lead through growth and change

The Bottom Line

This is an outstanding opportunity for a proven operator who thrives in a fast-moving, PE-backed environment and is energized by the opportunity to drive growth, build infrastructure, and create value.

If you’re interested—or know someone who could be a strong fit—I’d welcome the conversation.

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the General Manager job.

Job Id: 18033