Market Manager – HVAC/R Distribution

Job overview

The Market Manager – HVAC/R Distribution role is onsite in Rochester, MN, overseeing multiple branch locations in an assigned market. The stated salary range is $80,000–$110,000 per year. Gustave A. Larson Company is a wholesale distributor of HVAC and refrigeration equipment, parts, and supplies. The manager leads branch operations, sales execution, inventory, and team development while holding responsibility for market profitability and customer experience. The role uses operational and financial metrics to improve service levels, growth, and efficiency.

What you'll do

• Lead daily operations across multiple branches
• recruit, hire, coach, and develop employees
• partner with sales leadership to grow market share and customer relationships
• manage P&L, expenses, inventory investment, and operational efficiency
• analyze performance metrics and implement improvement plans
• optimize inventory availability and turns
• ensure policy and safety compliance
• present market reports and recommendations to senior leadership.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

market manager

hvac/r distribution

branch operations

sales leadership

p&l management

inventory management

team development

rochester mn

gustave a larson company

$80k–$110k/year

customer experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive benefits and total compensation package
• generous paid time off and holidays
• sales and operations education for continued growth and development.

Why this role

HVAC/R wholesale distribution experience is strongly preferred; experience with ERP systems is requested.

About the employer

Gustave A Larson Company is hiring for this role. Industry: Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers. Sector: 42.