General Manager
Company: FCX Performance
Location: Norwood
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
The General Manager will act as the leading executive for
Applied Automation’s business, Gibson Engineering. This position
provides oversight for currently existing offices, in all business
aspects (Sales, Marketing, Applications, Engineering, Operations,
Customer Service. This role will also sit on the broader Applied
Automation leadership team, collaborating with other regional and
national Automation leaders and key core suppliers to plan, develop
and execute aggressive organic expansions in the region, along with
potential expansion in adjoining regions. This position will be
expected to model AIT’s core values, with excellent communication
skills and keen thinking about the marketplace we serve.
Responsibilities/Duties: Provide strategic oversight to the Gibson
Engineering team Collaborate with platform level resources on Sales
(selling process, supplier relationships), Marketing (programs and
messaging), HR, IT, Finance & Accounting to align regional goals
with overall team objectives. Collaborate with overlapping AIT
service centers and subsidiary businesses to achieve outsized
“cross-selling” outcomes. Lead the Gibson Engineering team to
world-class performance in Sales, Customer Support, Profitability
and Operations execution, leading us to achieve the vision of being
our customers “Trusted Partner” for industrial automation. Develop
the skills and abilities of the team so that future leadership
positions are frequently filled from within. Deliver on customer,
supplier, quality and financial commitments. Education / Work
Experience: Required: Bachelor’s degree in a related field 10 years
in progressive sales, operations or technical support roles for
industrial products Well-crafted capability to prioritize tasks and
execute on the most impactful to achieve required business outcomes
Demonstrated experience developing a team and delivering on
commitments Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Preferred: Extensive exposure as a seller, builder or user of
industrial automation solutions Degree or relevant work experience
in an Engineering discipline Experience leading a business in
utilizing a review process to reach desired outcomes Founded in
1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading
value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of
industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation
technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands,
specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM
end users in virtually all industrial markets through our
multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and
expertise. Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy
that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and
we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment
and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of
age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender,
marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other
characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and
ordinances.
Keywords: FCX Performance, Cranston , General Manager, Sales , Norwood, Rhode Island
