General Manager

About the role

We Elevate... Quality of urban life
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

Join us as a

General Manager

Your main responsibilities

• Lead district operations across sales, installation, and modernization services to achieve strategic, financial, and operational objectives.
• Develop and execute regional business, operations, and quality plans aligned with company strategy.
• Manage, coach, and develop District Service Managers, Construction Managers, Sales teams, and Field Superintendents.
• Drive customer strategy and strengthen relationships with key customers, contractors, and industry consultants.
• Oversee field operations including installation, service delivery, resource planning, and asset management for cost efficiency.
• Direct sales and market execution to achieve targets in price, volume, product mix, and market share.
• Develop and manage district budgets, ensuring financial control, cost optimization, and profitability.
• Monitor market conditions and competitor activity, adjusting strategy and resource allocation to drive performance and growth.

What you bring

• BA/BS; MBA or MA preferred
• 10+ years in various assignments within the Company, in the Elevator industry, or in another service-oriented business. Experience managing a full P&L for an industrial company, preferred.
• Strong understanding of products and applications, including installation and service methods, with the ability to interpret financial statements and understand contract terms and conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and persuade both internal stakeholders and external customers.
• Strong technical, managerial, negotiation, and communication skills with established professional credibility.
• High level of resilience to effectively meet complex business challenges.

What’s in it for you?

• Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
• 3 weeks’ vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
• Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.

Pay

Base Salary $164,200 - $205,300

Schedule

N/A