Daikin Applied Americas
General Manager – ElitAire
Daikin Applied Americas is pleased to announce a hiring opportunity for the role of
General Manager – ElitAire
in the Cincinnati, OH area (preferred), with additional potential locations in Columbus, OH and Indianapolis, IN.
ElitAire is a proud subsidiary of Daikin, the world’s largest HVAC manufacturer. We represent Daikin, Baltimore Aircoil Company (BAC), and more than 30 other leading HVAC equipment manufacturers, delivering innovative and efficient solutions for commercial and industrial customers across Ohio, Indiana, and Northern Kentucky.
Since our founding in 2008, ElitAire has grown by staying true to a simple principle: great people make great companies. Our strength comes from a team that combines deep technical expertise with a genuine passion for serving customers.
We’re trusted advisors to engineers, contractors, and building owners—partners who care about doing the right thing for the long term. While we’re part of the Daikin family, our entrepreneurial culture, local decision‑making, and customer‑first mindset set us apart.
Roles & Responsibilities
Lead with vision and accountability, setting the tone for a healthy, high‑performing culture that values collaboration, initiative, and professional growth.
Drive growth and profitability, overseeing our three core business units—Equipment Sales, Service, and Parts—ensuring each operates efficiently and profitably while maintaining our commitment to quality and partnership.
Build and execute business strategy, developing annual and long‑term plans focused on market growth, customer success, and sustainable financial performance.
Align with Daikin Applied Americas’ strategic initiatives, understanding Daikin’s corporate objectives and integrating them effectively into ElitAire’s operations.
Empower and develop leaders, mentoring and guiding your leadership team across Sales, Service, and Parts to foster ownership, accountability, and clear alignment with ElitAire’s mission and goals.
Champion operational excellence, creating systems that support growth—budgets, KPIs, talent development, and cross‑functional communication that keeps everyone focused and informed.
Strengthen customer and manufacturer relationships, ensuring we deliver a unified, value‑driven experience to our customers while representing our manufacturers with professionalism and integrity.
Stay close to the business, understanding the numbers, the people, and the marketplace, and knowing when to delegate and when to step in.
Qualifications
Proven leadership with a track record of building trust, developing people, and achieving results.
10+ years of leadership experience in HVAC equipment sales, service, or a related industry.
A full P&L management background, balancing strategy, operations, and financial performance.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field (MBA preferred).
Strong communication and presentation skills, enabling connection from the field to the boardroom.
Mindset grounded in integrity, collaboration, and long‑term thinking.
Benefits
Respectable, growing brand in the HVAC industry.
Deep relationships with Daikin, BAC, and a wide portfolio of premium manufacturers.
A loyal team that values purpose, growth, and trust.
A chance to lead a dynamic organization built on values, not bureaucracy.
Equal Opportunity ElitAire is proud to be part of the Daikin family of companies and an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity of experience, background, and thought, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you’re looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you’ll love a career at Daikin Applied!
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General Manager – ElitAire
in the Cincinnati, OH area (preferred), with additional potential locations in Columbus, OH and Indianapolis, IN.
ElitAire is a proud subsidiary of Daikin, the world’s largest HVAC manufacturer. We represent Daikin, Baltimore Aircoil Company (BAC), and more than 30 other leading HVAC equipment manufacturers, delivering innovative and efficient solutions for commercial and industrial customers across Ohio, Indiana, and Northern Kentucky.
Since our founding in 2008, ElitAire has grown by staying true to a simple principle: great people make great companies. Our strength comes from a team that combines deep technical expertise with a genuine passion for serving customers.
We’re trusted advisors to engineers, contractors, and building owners—partners who care about doing the right thing for the long term. While we’re part of the Daikin family, our entrepreneurial culture, local decision‑making, and customer‑first mindset set us apart.
Roles & Responsibilities
Lead with vision and accountability, setting the tone for a healthy, high‑performing culture that values collaboration, initiative, and professional growth.
Drive growth and profitability, overseeing our three core business units—Equipment Sales, Service, and Parts—ensuring each operates efficiently and profitably while maintaining our commitment to quality and partnership.
Build and execute business strategy, developing annual and long‑term plans focused on market growth, customer success, and sustainable financial performance.
Align with Daikin Applied Americas’ strategic initiatives, understanding Daikin’s corporate objectives and integrating them effectively into ElitAire’s operations.
Empower and develop leaders, mentoring and guiding your leadership team across Sales, Service, and Parts to foster ownership, accountability, and clear alignment with ElitAire’s mission and goals.
Champion operational excellence, creating systems that support growth—budgets, KPIs, talent development, and cross‑functional communication that keeps everyone focused and informed.
Strengthen customer and manufacturer relationships, ensuring we deliver a unified, value‑driven experience to our customers while representing our manufacturers with professionalism and integrity.
Stay close to the business, understanding the numbers, the people, and the marketplace, and knowing when to delegate and when to step in.
Qualifications
Proven leadership with a track record of building trust, developing people, and achieving results.
10+ years of leadership experience in HVAC equipment sales, service, or a related industry.
A full P&L management background, balancing strategy, operations, and financial performance.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field (MBA preferred).
Strong communication and presentation skills, enabling connection from the field to the boardroom.
Mindset grounded in integrity, collaboration, and long‑term thinking.
Benefits
Respectable, growing brand in the HVAC industry.
Deep relationships with Daikin, BAC, and a wide portfolio of premium manufacturers.
A loyal team that values purpose, growth, and trust.
A chance to lead a dynamic organization built on values, not bureaucracy.
Equal Opportunity ElitAire is proud to be part of the Daikin family of companies and an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity of experience, background, and thought, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you’re looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you’ll love a career at Daikin Applied!
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