What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President Final Control position at Equipment & Controls, Inc.?
We are seeking an ambitious, process-driven and proven executive to lead our Final Control business during an extraordinary period of growth and modernization. This person will be responsible for driving double-digit growth and expanding profitability by streamlining operations, identifying and implementing appropriate growth strategies, optimizing inventory programs and delivering successful customer outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP OF MULTIFACETED FINAL CONTROL SYSTEMS BUSINESS: Develop and execute the business strategy to achieve growth targets, increase market share and enhance competitive positioning
- DEVELOP A LONG-TERM STRATEGIC VISION: Focus on secular trends, opportunities and threats, and future capability requirements to architect a multi-year financial and growth plan
- CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE: Adhere to our Mission to deliver successful customer outcomes with a strong focus on ensuring world-class customer experiences in all of our business activities
- OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Oversee and influence full business operations ensuring safety, quality, efficiency and effectiveness in all business services and manufacturing processes
- TEAM DEVELOPMENT: Build mentor and lead high-performing teams fostering a culture of collaboration accountability and continuous improvement
- MARTKET ANALYSIS: Conduct market research and analysis to identify new opportunities trends and competitive threats adapting strategies accordingly
- FINANCIAL OVERSIGHT: Manage budgets forecasts and performance metrics to ensure financial health and drive sustained and repeatable profitability
- STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT: Collaborate with Principles and ECI's executive leadership team to align business objectives and ensure effective communication
- INNOVATION AND GROWTH: Identify and implement innovative solutions and growth initiatives including potential partnerships acquisitions and new product development
- PFORMANCE MONITORING: Establish KPIs to measure success and enable data-driven decision-making across the organization
- ESTABLISHING NETWORK AND PARTNERSHIPS: Develop premier and trusted relationships with major product line representation at Emerson and other significant suppliers and partners
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent industry experience; MBA preferred
- 10 years of combined sales management and business leadership experience
- Proven ability to lead in a competitive and engineered product sales environment
- Strong financial acumen; experience managing a P&L
- Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to think strategically and execute tactically in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated inspirational leadership
- Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision making
- Role is based in Lawrence PA near Pittsburgh with relocation available if required
Core Competencies:
- WORK COLLABORATIVELY: Promote an inclusive and positive work environment that encourages collaboration and team building across all levels of the organization Work with others to resolve obstacles that may prevent the organization from achieving its mission
- CUSTOMER FOCUS: Demonstrate the desire and knowledge to understand customer needs Provide personalized professional and courteous service accurate information continuous communication and the ability to handle customer concerns in an appropriate manner
- INTEGRITY: Behave ethically act fairly and take responsibility for accomplishing work goals
