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Thompson Safety
501 – 1,000 Employees
B2BCompliance
Thompson Safety provides fire protection, first aid, and workplace safety services for businesses and facilities. Its work spans inspection, installation, maintenance, and emergency repair for systems such as fire extinguishers, sprinklers, alarms, suppression equipment, emergency lighting, hydrants, and marine fire protection. The company also supplies AEDs, eyewash stations, personal protective equipment, and other first aid resources, with instructor-led training covering topics including CPR, fire extinguisher use, forklift safety, workplace violence, and emergency preparedness. Thompson Safety supports organizations with compliance-focused service, alarm monitoring, eCommerce ordering, and broader coverage through partnerships and acquisitions. Its hiring context reflects a sizable B2B and compliance-focused operation with a team of approximately 501–1,000 employees.

General Manager at Thompson Safety — Elk Grove Village, IL

Lead sales, operations, budgets, and business growth while managing teams and improving efficiency. Maintain strong service and working relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Description

  • Direct daily operations across departments to support efficiency and productivity.
  • Set, track, and assess KPIs to measure business performance.
  • Prepare and oversee annual budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
  • Review financial results and take corrective action when needed.
  • Create and carry out operational plans that support the company’s vision, mission, and goals.
  • Find business opportunities, markets, and partnerships that can support growth.
  • Build effective relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and customers to support service quality and satisfaction.
  • Recruit, train, mentor, and assess team members across reporting levels.
  • Lead a team of managers.
  • Hire, coach, develop, and review the performance of direct reports.
  • Promote a workplace that supports teamwork, new ideas, and professional development.
  • Carry out other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
  • At least five years of progressive management experience, preferably in a B2B business.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive growth, improve efficiency, and lead diverse teams.
  • Strong financial knowledge and budgeting skills.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Professional certification may be required in some markets.
  • Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
  • Ability to pass drug screening and a background check.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • Ability to drive a motor vehicle and travel as needed.

Benefits

  • Equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace.

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