General Manager – Ladson Upfit Center

Overview of the role:

We are seeking a hands-on General Manager to launch and lead our upfit center. This role is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and profitability of the facility, combining operations, sales/business development, and financial management (including full P&L responsibility).

Responsibilities

Overall Leadership & Performance

• Full responsibility for the performance, growth, and profitability of the upfit center

• Establish and implement operational and sales processes

• Create a high-performance, customer-focused shop culture

• Monitor and drive key business KPIs (sales, margins, efficiency, customer satisfaction)

Operations Management

• Oversee all upfit projects from intake to completion

• Ensure quality control, safety standards, and efficient workflow processes

• Manage scheduling, logistics, suppliers, and external vendors

• Build and scale operational systems as the business grows

Sales & Business Development

• Generate, manage, and close new business (fleet, commercial, and retail customers)

• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships

• Prepare quotes, proposals, and pricing strategies

• Identify and pursue new market opportunities and partnerships

• Build a sustainable sales pipeline and repeat business base

Financial Management (P&L Ownership)

• Full responsibility for upfit center financial performance and profitability

• Manage pricing, margins, and cost control

• Track revenue, expenses, and overall P&L performance

• Approve job costing and ensure profitability targets are met

• Report on financial and operational performance regularly

Requirements

• Experience in automotive, upfitting, fabrication, or related industry preferred

• Strong background in sales and business development

• Proven leadership or general management experience

• Strong financial acumen (P&L, margins, cost control)

• Ability to work independently and build structure from the ground up

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• Valid driver’s license

Candidates for this position must be legally entitled to work in the US, hold a valid Passport for entry into Canada, and will be required to show proof as such. Ranger Design does not sponsor work permit applications.

If you have the above-mentioned qualifications and are interested in this position, please send your resume (mentioning the job title) to [email protected].

 All requests will be treated confidentially.