The Vice President/General Manager will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional leadership to strategically position the company as a frontrunner in the markets where they operate, develop and maintain a strategic plan to advance the company's mission and vision, and to promote long-term revenue and profitability growth. The position will also oversee company operations to insure production efficiency, quality, service, and cost-effective management of resources. The VP/GM will have full P&L responsibility to drive results for the business. S/he will provide effective leadership with direct/indirect reports and develop a self-sustaining business talent pool that meets the emerging demands of the business.
Primary Responsibilities
Deliver the personnel leadership required to ensure exceptional environment, health, and safety performance.
Ensure regular and clear communication to the whole business to build awareness of strategic direction, company performance, and key issues requiring focus.
Lead key operational and commercial initiatives that drive long-term growth and profitability for the company with full P&L and CAPEX responsibility.
Develop short, medium, and long-term strategic plans to deliver sustained revenue and profitability growth, both organically and where possible through acquisition.
Identify acquisition and merger opportunities and direct acquisition activity in close liaison with the senior management team.
Establish, present, and gain approval for an annual budget.
Recruit and mentor the business talent pool to become the future leaders for the organization.
Maintain an up-to-date succession plan for both the VP/GM's position and direct reports.
Represent the company at legislative meetings, committee meetings, and at formal functions in the communities in which they operate.
Promote the company through written articles and personal appearances in the communities in which they operate.
Qualifications/Skills
An undergraduate degree in business, engineering, operations, or a relevant curriculum is required, and an MBA is preferred.
10-15 years of progressive management experience, preferably in manufacturing, steel/wire production or a related industry; 7-10 years' experience managing a complex multi-shift, continuous operations environment.
Proven experience in strategic planning and demonstrating success in managing complexity from a product and market perspective.
Must have strong commercial instincts with a proven track record of driving growth and customer satisfaction.
Experience leading business with operations throughout North America is required, and an appreciation of global business organizations is preferred.
Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management.
Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures
Ability to develop financial plans and manage resources.
Prior P&L experience required.
Advanced skills in MS Office
Ability to travel 15-20%; may require international travel.