President

About the OpportunityJoin a growing industrial manufacturing and distribution company in a CEO succession role. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the current CEO to learn the business before transitioning into the CEO position. Backed by private equity, the organization leverages a global manufacturing network to deliver custom-engineered products and is positioned for significant growth.Key ResponsibilitiesDetermine and implement the company's strategic vision for significant and sustainable growthDrive revenue through business development and represent the company to current and prospective clientsAccelerate key growth initiatives Promote development of existing and new products to build market share and profitabilityOptimize replenishment strategies between suppliers, headquarters, and business partners to improve delivery performance and meet working capital objectivesPartner with business unit heads to ensure consistent quality, process controls, and regulatory complianceApprove annual budgets and provide strategic financial leadership on organizational decisionsProvide day-to-day leadership to management team and employeesConduct regular business reviews to ensure performance against annual business plan targetsBuild intellectual property pipeline and evaluate long-range planning and new market strategiesSource, assess, execute, and integrate strategic acquisitions to accelerate growthFoster an environment of continuous improvement through guidance, development, and trainingPresent quarterly business updates to Board of DirectorsRequired QualificationsCritical Experience:Proven track record as CEO, President, or GM with full P&L responsibility in a private equity-backed organizationSales experience with industrial products through retail and distribution channelsSuccess leading a middle-market business competing against larger competitorsEntrepreneurial mindset with outstanding leadership skills and roll-up-your-sleeves approachStrong business acumen and results-oriented executionEducation:Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferredPreferred:Manufacturing operations experiencePrivate equity portfolio company leadership experienceBoard presentation and reporting experience