General Manager, Canadian Operations

About the Role

Master Flo Valve Inc. invites applications for the position of General Manager, Canadian Operations based in Edmonton, Alberta. This full-time, permanent role focuses on overseeing and advancing the company's operations within Canada, aligning corporate goals with market demands to enhance shareholder value and foster growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive achievement of Canadian corporate objectives.
• Develop, recommend, and implement both immediate and long-range strategies to promote growth and maximize shareholder returns.
• Ensure profit and loss goals are met according to budget.
• Lead and support the Edmonton Management Team in their roles.
• Establish, oversee, and analyze key performance indicators to guide performance improvements.
• Collaborate closely with Sales Executives to align operational efforts.
• Adapt and grow company operations in response to domestic and international market trends.
• Coordinate with other Master Flo Division General Managers to maintain operational consistency and synergy.
• Set strategic and tactical objectives for self and direct reports, ensuring achievement.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Master Flo product lines.
• Provide the company's President with regular updates on performance, challenges, and opportunities.
• Monitor and improve systems supporting operational efficiency.
• Define business unit budgets and financial goals.
• Enforce company-wide adherence to policies and procedures.
• Maintain strong customer relationships.
• Lead initiatives in continuous improvement and lean management practices.
• Promote employee safety through cooperative operational conduct.
• Foster effective inter-departmental communication and a culture focused on positive results.
• Prepare Board reports and present findings as requested to the Board.
• Provide leadership through consistent and positive employee communication.

Candidate Profile

• University degree in Engineering, Business, Accounting, or related field.
• At least 10 years' experience in senior or strategic management roles.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic vision and direction.
• Experience in the industry and familiarity with related products preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the capability to influence and unify executive teams and senior managers.
• Proficiency in developing and tracking key performance indicators.
• Skilled in fostering accountability and commitment to goals.
• Excellent financial and analytical skills.
• Track record of integrity and delivering results.
• Well-developed skills in customer relationship management.
• Knowledge of global supply chains and international business is an advantage.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety standards.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.

Benefits and Company Culture

• Competitive compensation including RRSP matching, profit sharing, and comprehensive health benefits (dental, vision, extended health).
• Strong job security with a stable, 45-year-old company.
• Work in a global industry leader while benefitting from the agility of a privately-held firm.
• A positive, team-oriented atmosphere that values innovation and provides opportunities for career growth.
• Opportunity to contribute to solutions for the world’s leading energy producers’ flow management challenges.

Additional Information

This position does not utilize artificial intelligence in its application screening process; all applications are reviewed personally to ensure fairness and individual consideration. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.