Job Title: Group Vice President (East)
Location: Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Michigan, or Indiana (Hybrid Remote Flexibility)
Compensation: $180,000–$200,000 base + discretionary bonus (no LTIP)
Reports To: President of Components
Direct Reports: ~10
Industry: Fasteners / Industrial Distribution
Travel: Regional travel as needed
P&L Scope: ~$80M
Key Highlights:
- Executive leadership role with responsibility for an $80M regional business
- Manage a team of 10 direct reports across sales, operations, and support functions
- Drive growth and profitability for a highly respected industrial distributor
- Hybrid remote flexibility, with preference for OH, PA, KY, MI, or IN
- Competitive compensation package with bonus opportunity
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**About the Role**
We are conducting a confidential search for a Group Vice President with a proven track record in executive leadership within the fastener, industrial distribution, or related manufacturing sectors. This leader will oversee regional operations, manage approximately 10 direct reports, and drive strategic growth initiatives across a multi-state territory.
The GVP will report directly to the President of Components and serve as a key member of the leadership team. The ideal candidate will combine strong operational oversight with commercial acumen, ensuring business growth while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction and team development.
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**Responsibilities**
- Lead and develop a regional team of ~10 direct reports
- Provide executive oversight to sales and branch management across the division
- Drive strategic initiatives to expand market share and revenue growth
- Oversee day-to-day operations while aligning with corporate objectives
- Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
- Ensure operational excellence and adherence to company standards
- Mentor, develop, and support staff across all levels
- Collaborate with the President of Components and other executives on long-term business strategy
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**Qualifications**
- 10+ years of leadership experience in fasteners, industrial distribution, or related industries
- Executive-level management experience with direct P&L responsibility (this role oversees ~$80M)
- Experience managing 8–10 or more direct reports
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field (MBA preferred)
- Ability to analyze financial documents (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, etc.)
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common business tools (Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, BI, etc.)
- East/Midwest location strongly preferred (OH, PA, KY, MI, IN); hybrid remote flexibility available
- Must not be currently restricted by a non-compete agreement in the fastener industry
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**Compensation & Benefits**
- Base salary: $180,000–$200,000 (depending on experience)
- Discretionary annual bonus (no LTIP for this role)
- Comprehensive benefits package
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This is a **confidential search** being conducted by our firm. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly with additional details.