Executive Director, General Manager - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Executive Director, General Manager
US-AL-Huntsville
Job ID: 2024-32230
Type: Full Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: General Management
Huntsville, AL
Overview
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider to the US Department of Defense and allied nations, is seeking an experienced Executive Director, GM to join our Huntsville team.
We are committed to supporting the mission of the warfighter. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with our allies around the world. Given the nature of our work and our organizations ethos, we value trust, honesty, alignment, and transparency.
Whether youre just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include a hybrid work option, career development and recognition programs.
If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
This individual will be required to manage a business unit with responsibility for budgets and profitability. Has P&L responsibility. Plan, coordinate and manage the allocation of resources (e.g., people, equipment) to deliver timely results. May manage the development and implementation of general operating policies, processes and procedures for the organization and lead special projects in multiple areas.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for strategy and planning to align business operations with the company's mission and goals.
- Researches and analyzes industry and competitive trends to identify emerging market opportunities and strategic areas of interest.
- Identifies and prioritizes product and service improvement opportunities and creates plans for implementation.
- Develops complex forecasting models, budgets, resource allocations, plans for projects and oversees profit and loss alongside company initiatives.
- Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of company's internal operations to develop forward-looking focus for business.
- Owns short to mid-term (1-3 years) strategy execution and operational direction.
- Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & Senior Leadership.
Qualifications
- Required Education and Experience: Associate degree and 12-15 years experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
- Preferred Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree Proven experience as a General Manager or similar executive role
- Discipline/Major: Business degree preferred
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Experience in planning and budgeting. Knowledge of business process and functions (finance, HR, procurement, operations etc.). Strong analytical ability. Excellent communication skills. Outstanding organizational and leadership skills. Problem-solving aptitude
- Critical Professional Related Technical Skills; Computer Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
Should I Apply?
At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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