General Manager, Hawthorne

Position Description

This position is contingent upon contract award. SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is currently identifying qualified candidates in anticipation of a forthcoming contract opportunity. Employment offers will be extended only if and when the contract is officially awarded to SOC.

Join our SOC team as a General Manager!

Are you ready to make a lasting impact at one of the largest military storage facilities in the world? Day & Zimmermann SOC is seeking a results-driven, strategic leader to serve as the General Manager of the Hawthorne Army Depot in Hawthorne, Nevada. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a high-profile, high-responsibility role that directly supports U.S. defense operations

As General Manager, you’ll lead a dedicated team of professionals, oversee large-scale operations, and ensure regulatory compliance—all while fostering a culture of excellence, ethics, and innovation. If you're a proven leader who thrives in mission-critical environments, this is your moment to lead with purpose and drive meaningful results.

As the General Manager of Hawthorne, here is the work you will do:

• Responsible for full functional and profit & loss (P&L) oversight of the management, operation, and maintenance of the Hawthorne Army Depot. This critical leadership role supports national defense and ensures compliance with all contractual obligations and regulatory requirements
• Direct the overall management of Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) operations at the Hawthorne Army Depot in accordance with U.S. Army contractual requirements
• Lead the performance of the workforce through subordinate executives and managers by way of delegation, policy oversight, planning, and performance evaluation
• Manage all resources owned or provided for depot operations, ensuring effectiveness and efficiency
• Implement and operate the Defense Industry Initiative (DII) Program
• Translate and execute strategic and tactical directives from SOC and Day & Zimmermann corporate leadership
• Maintain compliance with federal, military, state, and local regulations
• Report potential or real environmental and safety issues to SOC leadership
• Serve as a champion for ethical standards, including the SOC Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Conduct
• Perform additional duties of the same or lower level as assigned

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Strong knowledge of fixed-price and cost-reimbursable government contracts
• Expertise in munitions logistics operations, demilitarization, and GOCO operations
• Effective verbal and written communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Strong delegation, training, and interpersonal capabilities
• Deep understanding of strategic and tactical planning, financial management, and program execution

And if you have these qualifications:

•  B.S./B.A. in Management, Business, Engineering, or a related technical field
• 10–15 years of progressive leadership experience in complex, diverse organizations
• Experience in government contract management and munitions logistics/GOCO operations preferred
• Demonstrated ability to perform work safely and effectively, remaining alert to safety hazards at all time

Ability to obtain and maintain:

• • A valid State of Nevada driver’s license.
  • Security clearance as required by contract.
  • Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms clearance.
  • All certifications as required by SOC’s Master Training Plan

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $156,080 - $234,120. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees and it shows!

Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; Parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery
• Walking
• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus over long periods of time
• Ability to read/write complex documents in the English language
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions
• Capacity to express thoughts orally
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company’s office or work sit

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