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Job description
This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned executive to assume the role of President of a US-based subsidiary operating within the industrial environmental solutions sector. Leading a team of approximately 48 professionals and overseeing a growing revenue base, the President will serve as the senior-most leader in the region, driving strategic direction, operational excellence, and sustainable growth. This individual will be the cultural cornerstone of the organization — a leader of extraordinary presence, emotional intelligence, and business acumen who can inspire teams, cultivate client trust, and navigate a complex global matrix with diplomacy and resolve. For the right leader, this role offers the rare combination of entrepreneurial autonomy and the backing of a well-established international enterprise.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Provide visionary leadership across all business functions, setting the tone for organizational culture and performance.
Develop and execute annual and multi-year strategic plans aligned with global corporate objectives.
Oversee end-to-end operations including engineering, project management, procurement, production, and service delivery.
Drive regional sales strategy across the US, Canada, and Mexico, serving as the senior commercial ambassador.
Engage directly with strategic clients to strengthen relationships and expand market presence.
Champion cross‑functional collaboration between engineering, operations, and sales teams.
Identify and pursue new market opportunities, including adjacent industrial sectors.
Serve as the financial interface between the regional operation and global headquarters, ensuring transparency in planning, forecasting, and reporting.
Drive profitability through disciplined cost management and strategic investment decisions.
Lead and develop a high‑performing leadership team, establishing KPIs and accountability structures.
Oversee talent acquisition, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
Implement and continuously improve operational workflows, processes, and systems including ERP adoption.
Ensure compliance with quality, safety, labor, and governance standards.
Represent the organization in global leadership meetings and reporting cadences.
Maintain and strengthen relationships with international headquarters and global partners through regular travel and communication.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree in business, engineering, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership or executive role within industrial engineering, environmental technology, or a related sector.
Proven track record of leading cross‑functional teams and delivering operational and financial results.
Strong strategic thinking, financial acumen, and operational discipline.
Sales‑oriented mindset with demonstrated success managing customer relationships and driving revenue growth.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across cultures and organizational levels.
Willingness and ability to travel internationally (approximately 25–40%), including visits to North American and European locations.
Preferred
Experience in industrial wastewater treatment, paper industry, or related environmental solutions sectors.
Familiarity with ERP system implementation and change management.
Experience managing within a global matrix organization with international headquarters.
Proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
Competencies
Executive presence and the ability to command trust and respect across diverse stakeholder groups.
High emotional intelligence and empathy in leadership style.
Strategic vision balanced with practical, hands‑on operational focus.
Strong conflict resolution and stakeholder management capabilities.
Diplomatic acumen in navigating cultural and organizational complexity.
Coaching and talent development orientation.
Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic, evolving business environment.
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Worksite address
menasha, WI, 54952, US
Who can apply
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