President

Are you a visionary leader who thrives on driving growth and excellence? Do you have a passion for technology and want to shape the future of an industry-leading automation company? At Youngblood Automation, a division of H&P Technologies, we are looking for an inspiring and results-driven Division President to guide our company into the next chapter of success.

Youngblood Automation is a privately-held value-added distributor of automation products and engineered solutions, serving customers across Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Western Pennsylvania and West Virgina. Youngblood Automation provides solutions that enhance efficiency, reliability, and performance in a wide-variety of industries, including Industrial, Automotive, Factory Automation, Aerospace, Defense, Consumer Goods, Food & Packaging, Steel, Medical, and Mobile. We combine innovative engineering, industry expertise, and a relentless drive for excellence. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, fostering an environment where every team member’s voice is valued, and their contributions truly make an impact. If you are enthusiastic about driving growth, leading teams, and working with innovative technologies, we want to hear from you!

Why Youngblood Automation?

As President, you will lead a forward-thinking, high-performance organization with a clear vision of growth. We are not just offering a job; we are offering an opportunity to be part of something transformative. You will be empowered to shape our strategy, drive growth and innovation, and lead a team of talented professionals to deliver impactful solutions to our diverse customer base.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive business strategy that aligns with Youngblood Automation’s long-term vision and growth objectives.
• Take full accountability for the company’s financial, operational, and strategic performance.
• Lead the organization through continued growth and diversification – organically, geographically and through additional strategic acquisitions.
• Lead, inspire, and mentor an accomplished team of sales, technical, and operational professionals.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the organization.
• Cultivate leadership talent, ensuring a pipeline of future leaders who can help drive our business forward.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendor partners and  customers to expand Youngblood’s market penetration.
• Drive the organization’s commitment to technological innovation and enhancing its product offering, ensuring that Youngblood Automation remains at the forefront of fluid power, motion control, and automation solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and technical teams to deliver innovative, value-added solutions to customers.
• Monitor key performance metrics, providing regular reports to ownership.
• Drive efficiency improvements across all business operations to ensure scalability and profitability.

Who We Are Looking For:

• 10 years of sales and commercial management experience with a distributor, particularly in the fluid power, motion control, or automation industries, with a history of driving growth, operational efficiency, and excellence.
• Ability to think long-term, develop strategic business plans, and execute initiatives that drive measurable success.
• Strong experience in navigating complex business challenges and seizing opportunities for growth and improvement.
• A customer-centric leader who builds trust-based relationships with key customers and vendor partners.
• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Deep understanding of fluid power, motion control, or automation industries is preferred, but an eagerness to learn and adapt to innovative technologies is key.
• A record of delivering strong financial results while maintaining a focus on operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Critical Competencies:

• Teamwork: Fostering a cooperative environment that drives collective success.
• Communication: Active listening and regular, clear, and effective information exchange with team members and key vendor partners.
• Customer-Centric: Putting customers at the forefront of decision-making, addressing their needs and concerns.
• Professionalism: Maintaining a solution-oriented mindset, even in challenging situations.
• Relationship Building: Effectively interface with team members, customers and vendors, from buyers and design engineers to executive-level management.
• Street Smarts: Common sense and instincts to make pragmatic, tactical decisions on the fly, when required.
• Active Leadership: Willingness to roll up his/her sleeves to tackle a task, directly, supporting colleagues and setting a positive example for others (particularly when strategizing, planning and delegating won’t get the job done in a timely and/or effective manner)

Why Youngblood Automation?

At Youngblood Automation, we believe in creating a family-like atmosphere where we empower each team member to grow and succeed. We offer challenging and rewarding work, competitive compensation, and a supportive culture that celebrates your achievements. Our work environment is dynamic and offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are an experienced leader looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join a growing, financially strong organization with a vision for innovation.

Youngblood Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Learn more about us and our product offerings at youngbloodautomation.com.