Cabinet Shop General Manager

Cabinet Shop General Manager Location Saint Clair Shores, MI :

General Manager, Cabinet & Millwork Manufacturer

Detroit Woodworking, part of the Connell family of companies, is a dynamic company and leading player in the woodworking industry, with a team of seasoned professionals boasting over a century of collective expertise in woodworking. Specializing in architectural millwork and casework services, we utilize a variety of materials to deliver exceptional results from design to installation. With meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence, we turn visions into stunning realities, exceeding expectations every step of the way.

Position overview:

We are looking for a General Manager to oversee all aspects of the manufacturing process, as well as to develop new sales channels which target the company's markets, & service those client accounts by providing estimates & proposals for their work at a high level of customer service.

Responsibilities:

The General Manager will successfully perform in this position by having knowledge & proficiency in these key areas of expertise and responsibility:

● Extensive experience in the fabrication methods & techniques of cabinets, furniture, millwork, custom built-ins, upholstery, & all forms of wood & metal furniture & accessory manufacturing; to include CNC & other forms of modern machining methods of wood & metal materials.

● Very knowledgeable of the characteristics & suitability of the many wood & metal materials used for fabrication.

● Is very experienced in the take-off and estimating process needed to produce competitive proposals for: wood products and fabrications, millwork, custom cabinets and furniture.

● Promotes the advantages of the Company's products & services to all clients & sales prospects, including the Company's design capabilities & CAD resources.

● Is aggressive in developing new client accounts & increasing sales of existing client accounts while preserving gross margins.

● Successfully interact with the fabrication shop to ensure conformance with specifications & design drawings; track completion of orders to ensure prompt delivery of all client orders.

● Able to exercise good judgment in evaluating client needs and propose cost effective solutions.

● Having the ability to work with little to no direction, exercise good judgment at all times that protects the company's interests.

● Proactive in their planning; sets achievable sales goals and objectives, realistic production schedules, and establishes a realistic process and plan to accomplish them.

● Have excellent multi-tasking capabilities, very well organized.

● Represents the Company and supports the Detroit Woodworking brand to all outside Clients.

● Is dedicated to the Company's marketing, sales, & policy objectives.

● Communicates quickly & timely with Clients and the Company via the latest technology & paperwork requirements.

● Delegates and monitors the following activities.

○ create, develop, draft, track, & update all sales and manufacturing reports

○ oversee all estimates and proposals

○ document, record, & respond to all Client order issues & delivery notices

○ installation activity

○ change orders, final inspections, and claims of warranty.

Qualifications:

● Proven experience in a leadership role within the woodworking industry or like industries, with a strong track record of driving sales and profitability.

● Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field preferred but not required with adequate experience

● High level knowledge of wood and metal materials, millwork, cabinets, upholstery, and accessory manufacturing.

● Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with customers and colleagues.

● Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.

● Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software; experience with CAD software is a plus.

● Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits:

● Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

● Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans.

● Retirement savings plan with employer matching.

● Employee discounts on products and services.

The Connell Companies consist of four operating units; Connell Building Company is a custom home builder & renovator, Pointe Cabinets & Design is a retail kitchen cabinet & bath showroom, Detroit Woodworking is a custom cabinet & furniture manufacturing business, and Village Painting & Remodeling is a custom painting & remodeling firm. We are focused on the vertical integration of our companies and are implementing new strategies to increase our market share and opportunities for growth. We have a company culture that encourages the potential for professional excellence and leadership opportunities and welcome new members to join our team.

Join our team and become a vital part of a company dedicated to the artistry of woodworking and the transformation of raw materials into exquisite pieces. If you're a driven leader with a keen eye for craftsmanship and a dedication to achieving excellence, we invite you to join us!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person