The General Manager - Minnesota is responsible for achieving the financial, operational and talent goals within their assigned region through successful leadership and execution of regional and organizational strategies.  Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the General Manager manages regional customer service, operations and branch managers and is a member of the Senior Leadership Team. This position is open to candidates that reside in Minnesota. 

Starting pay range $145,000 - $198,000

• Responsible for the financial results, revenue and operating income of the Region.
• Responsible for customer service standards of performance, and a high degree of both internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Participates in corporate strategic planning and satisfactory progress on corporate strategic goals and objectives
• Evaluate regional needs to optimize growth and development of branch locations and employees
• Builds a cohesive, service-oriented, multidisciplinary team throughout recruitment and retention of qualified individuals, training and professional development of personnel and ensuring performance evaluations/annual reviews are current and reflect realistic challenging goals and objectives.
• Manages branches and field personnel within region and works closely with the President to ensure growth and success of branches by ensuring safe and efficient delivery of quality products and services. Creates an environment that motivates associates to be successful.
• Interacts effectively with customers, maintaining and developing customer relationships
• Keeps abreast of industry trends; attends trade shows, conventions and seminars as appropriate or as directed
• Ensure an atmosphere of compliance with Company policies and procedures as well as local, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned by the President & COO

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
• Three or more years’ experience managing a multi-location operation
• Management experience in the wholesale distribution industry
• Ability to understand and interpret financial reports
• Progressive management experience with demonstrated success
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to travel regionally (50% or more) without restriction
• Computer knowledge and skills particularly with Microsoft Office and Excel and have the ability to learn First Supply’s business system

First Supply, family-owned and operated for over 125 years, offers its employees a great benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO, company paid holidays, on demand pay, education assistance, adoption assistance, and more!

About First Supply

First Supply® is a leading main channel wholesale distributor, providing industrial customers and building contractors with an extensive line of products and services. We offer a wide range of manufacturer product lines across the plumbing, heating, air conditioning, builder, waterworks, pump/well & septic, industrial, and municipal markets. Headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, First Supply has more than 700 employees across 29 operating facilities serving Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, and Michigan.

First Supply also owns and operates 18 Kitchen & Bath Stores across five Midwestern states under the Gerhard's Kitchen, Bath & Lighting and KOHLER® Signature Store by First Supply brands. Gerhard's is the largest, most versatile kitchen and bath store in the Upper Midwest, offering a wide variety of styles—from contemporary to traditional—along with unmatched service. The KOHLER Signature Stores are immersive kitchen and bath showrooms that provide a distinguished experience where designers and homeowners can get hands-on with hundreds of exclusive KOHLER products.

With a 128-year legacy and a people-first culture, First Supply is committed to building a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow their careers. That commitment has earned national recognition, including a spot on USA Today’s 2024 Top Workplaces in the USA, as well as honors as a Woman-Led Top Workplace and an Industry Top Workplace for Distribution.

First Supply LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.