Top Benefits
About the role
Position Overview:
The Regional General Manager for the Maritimes is accountable for the overall performance of operations, sales, customer service, and profitability across all branches located in the Maritimes. Acting as a strategic, operational, and commercial leader, the incumbent ensures consistency in business practices, flawless execution of corporate plans, and robust talent development within the regional team.
More specifically, your main tasks will be:
Regional Leadership
- Oversee all branch managers within the region.
- Ensure local operations align with the corporate vision and objectives.
- Foster collaboration among branches to maximize regional synergies.
- Represent the region to senior leadership and advocate for territorial needs.
Business Development & Sales Growth
- Develop and execute a regional growth plan in partnership with sales teams.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) for sales, margins, active customers, and satisfaction.
- Maintain and expand strategic business relationships with major clients.
- Identify new market opportunities and recommend opening additional service points when warranted.
Operational Management
- Safeguard operational efficiency at every branch (logistics, inventory, service, facilities).
- Implement best practices and uphold quality, safety, and compliance standards.
- Manage operating budgets, control expenses, and optimize profitability.
Human Resources & Corporate Culture
- Coach, motivate, and evaluate branch managers and regional teams.
- Take an active role in recruiting key talent for the region.
- Oversee employee training, succession planning, and retention.
- Promote a culture of engagement, high performance, and respect.
Communication & Reporting
- Provide regular reports to executive management on regional results, challenges, and initiatives.
- Effectively relay corporate priorities to local teams. Serve as an ambassador for corporate culture, values, and projects.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Industrial Engineering, or related field (MBA considered an asset),
- 7–10 years of relevant experience in a medium‑ to large‑size multi‑site organization,
- Solid knowledge of logistics and distribution issues, key metrics, cost control, and operational needs,
- Experience in distribution, B2B sales, or retail (asset), Bilingual (French and English), spoken and written.
The Ideal Candidate Is…
- A strategic, inspirational leader with the ability to build and guide teams toward results.
- Gifted with excellent judgment and strong problem‑solving abilities.
- Known for a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and leading by example.
- Comfortable operating at both strategic and “hands‑on” operational levels.
- Highly knowledgeable about the Maritimes market.
- Skilled in business development.
- Capable of managing multi‑site complexity. Willing to travel regularly within the region.
Who are we?
Richelieu Hardware is a North American leader and an agent for change in a dynamic and creative industry. We are an importer, distributor and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products.
Our customers – More than 80,000 customers in North America: kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores.
Our team – 2,200 people, close to half of whom focus on sales and marketing, and more than 50% of whom are Richelieu shareholders.
What we are offering
- A balance between work and personal life
- A dynamic and inspiring environment
- A competitive salary that is based on the market.
- A progressive salary driven by performance and managed by objectives results.
- An Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- A group insurance plan to meet your personal needs.
- Competitively priced products
- Free parking
Are you interested in this position?
We invite you to visit our corporate website at Language | Recruitment in order to submit your application.
About Richelieu Hardware
Richelieu is a leading North American distributor, importer, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products. Its products are targeted to an extensive customer base of kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, door and window, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores. Richelieu offers customers a broad mix of high-end products sourced from manufacturers worldwide. With over 130,000 product offerings, 82 distribution centers, 2 manufacturing plants, and a state-of-the-art field force that passionately serves over 90,000 customers, Richelieu continues to stand in the forefront of a dynamic and ever-changing industry.
As Richelieu is celebrating 53 years of successful business since our humble beginnings in 1968, we understand the significance of a strong set of Core Values. Richelieu stands behind these Five Core Values and serve as the guiding principles of everything we do: Customer Focus, Innovation, Performance, Respect/Integrity/Ethics, and Ownership.
These values are what provides Richelieu the strength to live out our daily Mission: Enable our customers to profitably grow their businesses through the design and creation of exceptional kitchens, closets, and storage spaces.
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Overview:
The Regional General Manager for the Maritimes is accountable for the overall performance of operations, sales, customer service, and profitability across all branches located in the Maritimes. Acting as a strategic, operational, and commercial leader, the incumbent ensures consistency in business practices, flawless execution of corporate plans, and robust talent development within the regional team.
More specifically, your main tasks will be:
Regional Leadership
- Oversee all branch managers within the region.
- Ensure local operations align with the corporate vision and objectives.
- Foster collaboration among branches to maximize regional synergies.
- Represent the region to senior leadership and advocate for territorial needs.
Business Development & Sales Growth
- Develop and execute a regional growth plan in partnership with sales teams.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) for sales, margins, active customers, and satisfaction.
- Maintain and expand strategic business relationships with major clients.
- Identify new market opportunities and recommend opening additional service points when warranted.
Operational Management
- Safeguard operational efficiency at every branch (logistics, inventory, service, facilities).
- Implement best practices and uphold quality, safety, and compliance standards.
- Manage operating budgets, control expenses, and optimize profitability.
Human Resources & Corporate Culture
- Coach, motivate, and evaluate branch managers and regional teams.
- Take an active role in recruiting key talent for the region.
- Oversee employee training, succession planning, and retention.
- Promote a culture of engagement, high performance, and respect.
Communication & Reporting
- Provide regular reports to executive management on regional results, challenges, and initiatives.
- Effectively relay corporate priorities to local teams. Serve as an ambassador for corporate culture, values, and projects.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Industrial Engineering, or related field (MBA considered an asset),
- 7–10 years of relevant experience in a medium‑ to large‑size multi‑site organization,
- Solid knowledge of logistics and distribution issues, key metrics, cost control, and operational needs,
- Experience in distribution, B2B sales, or retail (asset), Bilingual (French and English), spoken and written.
The Ideal Candidate Is…
- A strategic, inspirational leader with the ability to build and guide teams toward results.
- Gifted with excellent judgment and strong problem‑solving abilities.
- Known for a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and leading by example.
- Comfortable operating at both strategic and “hands‑on” operational levels.
- Highly knowledgeable about the Maritimes market.
- Skilled in business development.
- Capable of managing multi‑site complexity. Willing to travel regularly within the region.
Who are we?
Richelieu Hardware is a North American leader and an agent for change in a dynamic and creative industry. We are an importer, distributor and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products.
Our customers – More than 80,000 customers in North America: kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores.
Our team – 2,200 people, close to half of whom focus on sales and marketing, and more than 50% of whom are Richelieu shareholders.
What we are offering
- A balance between work and personal life
- A dynamic and inspiring environment
- A competitive salary that is based on the market.
- A progressive salary driven by performance and managed by objectives results.
- An Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- A group insurance plan to meet your personal needs.
- Competitively priced products
- Free parking
Are you interested in this position?
We invite you to visit our corporate website at Language | Recruitment in order to submit your application.
About Richelieu Hardware
Richelieu is a leading North American distributor, importer, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products. Its products are targeted to an extensive customer base of kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, door and window, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores. Richelieu offers customers a broad mix of high-end products sourced from manufacturers worldwide. With over 130,000 product offerings, 82 distribution centers, 2 manufacturing plants, and a state-of-the-art field force that passionately serves over 90,000 customers, Richelieu continues to stand in the forefront of a dynamic and ever-changing industry.
As Richelieu is celebrating 53 years of successful business since our humble beginnings in 1968, we understand the significance of a strong set of Core Values. Richelieu stands behind these Five Core Values and serve as the guiding principles of everything we do: Customer Focus, Innovation, Performance, Respect/Integrity/Ethics, and Ownership.
These values are what provides Richelieu the strength to live out our daily Mission: Enable our customers to profitably grow their businesses through the design and creation of exceptional kitchens, closets, and storage spaces.