General Manager

Why This Role Matters

This role sits at the heart of how EDP delivers safe, reliable propane to over 200,000 customers across 24 states. As the leader responsible for operations and growth, you’ll directly influence customer safety, employee engagement, and the long‑term health of a business that supports rural communities and major metros alike. Your decisions will shape how a growing organization scales responsibly while maintaining the trust that has earned EDP its Top Ten Propane Marketer recognition three years in a row.

About EDP

EDP is a fast-growing propane company built by leaders with deep experience in retail and commercial propane sales, operations, and finance. Since 2012, we’ve partnered with more than 44 propane business owners to help them transition to their next chapter preserving what made their companies great while investing in people, safety, and long-term growth.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

You’ll oversee day-to-day operations across multiple functions sales, operations, customer service, and technical teams ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently, and at scale. You’ll translate broad company goals into clear operating plans, track performance through data and financial metrics, and adjust course when conditions change.

Success in this role means building strong relationships with employees, customers, suppliers, and regulators; maintaining rigorous safety and compliance standards; and identifying opportunities to improve margins, processes, and customer experience. Within your first 90 days, you’ll be expected to understand the operational rhythms of the business, identify near-term efficiency wins, and establish credibility as a steady, visible leader.

What You’ll Actually Do in Your First 30 Days

• Visit multiple locations to understand field operations, safety practices, and team dynamics firsthand
• Review existing budgets, operating metrics, and safety/compliance reports to assess current performance
• Meet with key leaders across sales, operations, and customer service to understand priorities and pain points
• Identify 1–2 immediate operational or process improvements that can positively impact safety, service, or cost control

Must Have

• 6 years of experience in an operations leadership role with responsibility for teams and budgets
• Proven experience managing safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements in a field-based operation
• Ability to analyze financial and operational data to make informed decisions and manage costs
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead across functions and build trust with teams and customers

Nice to Have

• Valid CDL with hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements (must be maintained)
• Experience in the propane or energy industry
• Experience leading geographically distributed or multi-site teams
• Background in strategic planning, business growth, or market expansion
• Experience representing a company at industry events or community engagements

Benefits & Compensation

We offer competitive pay (starting at $180,000 base bonus) and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and time off
• Company-paid $50,000 basic life/AD&D and long-term disability coverage
• Voluntary supplemental life, AD&D, short-term disability, and EAP
• Propane discount

Our Culture

We’re practical, people-first, and focused on doing the right thing for our customers, our employees, and the communities we serve. We value leaders who are visible, thoughtful, and willing to roll up their sleeves to help teams succeed.

Salary : $50,000 - $180,000