General Manager In Training

Position: General Manager in Training

Hours/Schedule: Permanent Full Time; In-person, non-remote position

We are looking for a self-motivated and results-driven General Manager In Training who, upon completion of our training program, will direct and manage our organization's business activities as well as develop and implement effective business strategies and programs.

Our company was founded in 1972 and continues to maintain a leadership position specializing in qualitative and quantitative research. We work with Fortune 500 companies across the country and globally to provide quality data for products and services throughout an array of sectors including fast food, current events, education, health care, consumer products, non-profits, major utilities, mass media and retail.

Our company’s goal is to help clients find and polish the insights that help drive their businesses further. We are a creative and nimble company that can offer a dynamic opportunity and tremendous growth for the right candidate.

We are a growth-oriented company with a positive, upbeat company culture. We work hard, play hard, and win!

We respect and support our veterans. Veterans are encouraged to apply. We are an inclusive company and refuse to discriminate against anyone.

Compensation Details: Base salary $60,000-$70,000 based on experience during training program (approximately 6-12 months). There will be a compensation increase upon completion of the training program; company match IRA; paid time off; realistic bonus potential; company paid health insurance.

Job Description:

·        Lead all areas of company including sales, marketing, operations, client service & logistics.

·        Achieve revenue and profit goals while controlling expenses.

·        Motivate, train, coach and hold accountable subordinate leaders.

·        Generate new clients through leadership of the sales force.

·        Network with industry and non-industry clients.

·        Build & maintain strong client relationships.

·        Provide clients with research solutions that will produce meaningful data insights.

·        Work with and lead team to achieve all objectives.

Job Requirements:

MUST HAVES:

·        Degree in business management or a masters in business administration or related fields.

·        Good knowledge of different business functions.

·        Strong leadership qualities.

·        Excellent communication skills.

·        Highly organized.

·        Strong work ethic.

·        Good interpersonal skills.

·        Meticulous attention to detail.

·        Computer literate.

·        Proactive nature.

·        3-5 years of full P&L responsibility.

·        Exhibits a positive, outgoing, and friendly personality. Must be a leader who can motivate team members during turbulent times.

·        Thrives in a fast-paced environment with the ability to shift quickly between multiple priorities.

·        Ability to travel as needed.

·        Hands-on leader who “jumps in” when projects or work-flow require it.

·        Stable work history.

·        Superior work ethic; ability to put in long hours when needed.

·        Ability to read, understand and plan based on financials.

PREFERRED:

·        MBA

·        5-10 years of full P&L responsibility

·        1-3 years of Social Media Marketing experience

·        1-3 years of Market Research experience

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Raleigh, NC with ability to travel as needed