About this opportunity
MissionHires lists this Director, Commercial & Operations (Manufacturing) - Champaign, IL opportunity in champaign, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
MissionHires is hiring a Director, Commercial & Operations (Manufacturing) to lead cross‑functional, enterprise‑critical initiatives spanning plant operations, engineering, product development/NPI, and commercial performance. This high‑visibility builder/operator role reports to executive leadership and is accountable for revenue growth, margin improvement, on‑time execution, and scalable systems—blending manufacturing rigor with go‑to‑market impact.
Responsibilities
Own and execute enterprise‑level initiatives across operations, engineering, and commercial teams
Drive revenue growth, margin expansion, and execution discipline across the business
Lead product development and commercialization (NPI) in a manufacturing environment
Improve Salesforce effectiveness, channel performance, and customer engagement
Implement tools and systems—including AI‑enabled capabilities—for better execution and visibility
Align cross‑functional teams to deliver initiatives on time and on budget
Provide clear, data‑driven updates to executive leadership with ROI focus
Requirements
Proven success leading high‑impact initiatives in manufacturing or industrial companies
Deep understanding of plant operations, supply chain, and product commercialization
Hands‑on experience with NPI, product launches, or engineering‑driven programs
Exposure to commercial/go‑to‑market initiatives (sales, channels, pricing, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to align and influence cross‑functional teams without direct authority
Track record of delivering measurable results beyond strategy creation
Comfort operating in a builder/operator capacity with executive visibility
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Worksite address
champaign, IL, 61825, US
Who can apply
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