General Manager
 Schindler Elevator Corporation | |
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
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 United States, Louisiana, New Orleans | |
 Mar 04, 2026 | |
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Location: New Orleans,LA,United States We Elevate... Quality of urban life Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than twobillion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you'll discover meaningful work that enhancesquality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible,inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don't justbecome part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue ourrich legacy that started back in 1874. Join us as a General Manager Your main responsibilities
The General Manager will be responsible for continuing to grow the New Orleans customer base by focusing on service, new installation and modernization sales, field operations, customer satisfaction, and general business management. The position will have full ownership of the P&L and will be accountable for managing all district processes, providing direction on continuous improvement activities, and achieving the company's strategic business objectives. Your main responsibilities * Develop and execute regional and district operational and quality initiatives to achieve strategic objectives * Lead, mentor, and manage District Service, New Installation, Sales, and Field Superintendent teams * Drive customer service strategy and maintain strong relationships with key clients and industry influencers * Plan, allocate, and oversee field, marketing, and administrative resources to meet operational, quality, and financial goals * Administer field installation and service activities, including parts, tools, vehicles, and other assets for cost-effective results * Develop and execute market plans, budgets, and sales strategies to grow revenue, market share, and product penetration * Foster participative management, labor relations, and high team morale in alignment with company philosophy * Analyze market, competitor, and operational changes to adjust resources and strategies for business advantage What you bring
Bachelor's degree required * 8-10 years of progressive experience in the elevator industry, a service-oriented business, or comparable field * Prior experience managing a full P&L preferred * Strong knowledge of products, applications, installation and service procedures, financial statements, and contract terms * Demonstrated technical, management, negotiation, and communication skills, with ability to influence internal and external stakeholders * High self-confidence and credibility to lead through complex business challenges What's in it for you?
We Elevate... Your Career
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovationwhile raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills andperspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow. Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
Discover more on our career website. At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health, disability or veteran status. Any unsolicited application from Recruitment Agencies is deemed to be rejected and does not constitute in any manner an offer from a Recruitment Agency. | |