Results

When a national leader in the commercial doors and hardware space set its sights on expanding into North Carolina, they needed more than just a Division Manager; they needed a builder. Someone who could launch a new division from the ground up, lead from the field, and carry the trust of both installers and executives alike.

That’s where SnapDragon Associates stepped in.

A Strategic Expansion

The client, a prominent national supplier of commercial doors, frames, and hardware, is widely known for delivering turnkey solutions and exceptional project execution. With growing demand in the Southeast, they made the strategic decision to launch a new division in North Carolina. This move would require not only operational oversight but also grassroots leadership.

The Door Division Manager would be responsible for establishing field operations, managing install projects, supporting sales teams, and hiring talent to scale a brand-new regional presence.

Finding the Right Fit

SnapDragon Associates was engaged to conduct an executive search for this Division Manager role, a critical hire that would set the tone for the division’s future. The ideal candidate required a unique blend of field experience, installation expertise, and leadership capabilities within the commercial doors industry.

SnapDragon’s headhunting efforts focused on professionals who had experience in both distribution and installation, individuals who not only understood how to manage a job from blueprint to closeout. Still, they could also mentor field crews and collaborate cross-functionally.

The final candidate checked every box.

A Holistic Leader with Ground-Level Experience

The selected hire came from a strong background in commercial doors, frames, and hardware, with experience that spanned hands-on installation, project management, and regional team leadership. They brought a unique, holistic perspective, having worked their way up from the field and earned credibility at every level.

What made this placement stand out was the alignment of vision. The opportunity to build something from the ground up energizes the candidate, especially with the backing of a well-established company and a clear runway for growth.

Success from Day One

Since stepping into the role, the new Division Manager has already made a measurable impact. They’ve led with clarity and confidence, mentoring staff, improving field execution, and driving early-stage growth. Their technical acumen, leadership style, and ability to connect across departments have all drawn praise from the client.

The company is confident that it has the right leader in place to grow its North Carolina presence and make this new division a long-term success.

Another example of how SnapDragon Associates delivers strategic, high-impact executive search results in the building materials and construction space.

About SnapDragon Associates

SnapDragon Associates is the trusted executive search partner for top building materials companies nationwide. We specialize in connecting manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and private equity-backed firms with high-impact leadership talent in sales, operations, finance, and executive management.

With a proven track record and deep industry knowledge, we don’t just fill roles, we help businesses thrive.

Learn more about our executive search solutions for the building materials industry.

To see more examples of our successful executive placements, visit our Case Studies page.