President - Industrial Manufacturing

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.

• 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.

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.

• 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.