What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Unit Director | Manufacturing position at mosaicpartners?
Top Tier Manufacturer is looking for a Business Unit Director to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to be a key member of the organization’s top-level leadership team and will be responsible for overseeing the operations of a critical business unit within the manufacturing organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operational leadership, financial management, and strategic planning, with the ability to drive performance improvements, foster a high-performing team, and align business unit objectives with overall company goals. This role will be key in ensuring operational efficiency, profitability, and growth.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
- 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with a strong track record of progressive leadership in operations and achieving business objectives.
- Custom manufacturing experience a plus.
- Prior experience scaling up a business and business unit P&L experience is required.
- Must have an understanding of how an ERP system and the importance of manufacturing layout.
- ISO9000 systems (or other third-party certification system) in manufacturing and manufacturing obligations experience.
- Manufacturing line optimization, lean environment.
- Experience with transferring a manufacturing business.
- Strategic mind set.
- Strong strategic thinking with the ability to drive growth, identify new market opportunities, and build scalable operational frameworks in dynamic business environments.
- Proven experience in P&L management and driving financial performance.
- Strong leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
- Experience leading initiatives using Lean or other continuous improvement methodologies to drive operational efficiency.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
The role will sit ONSITE out of the Des Moines, IA facility.
