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Chief Executive Officer

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Goodwin Recruiting

Newark, NJ (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/22/2026

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Job Summary To Apply for this Job Click Here Chief Executive Officer The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide strategic, financial, and operational leadership for a premier U.S. provider of compostable, plant-based foodware and eco-friendly tableware. You will drive aggressive commercial growth, optimize international manufacturing partnerships, scale national warehouse distribution, and champion sustainable product innovations. Chief Executive Officer Responsibilities National B2

B Sales:

Expand market penetration of sustainable product portfolios into major nationwide foodservice distributors, big-box retailers, restaurant groups, and institutional buyers.

Fulfillment Optimization:

Supervise central distribution hubs and localized warehousing to ensure seamless bulk ordering and rapid commercial delivery cycles.

P&L & Margin Management:

Maximize EBITDA, optimize corporate pricing matrices, and balance cost containment against shifting global freight and raw material costs.

Corporate Governance:

Provide clear reporting on strategic roadmaps, regulatory compliance risks, and financial performance directly to the Board of Directors.

Quality Assurance:

Guarantee that all eco-friendly lines maintain superior structural integrity, including cut-resistant, oil-resistant, and high-heat tolerance.

Chief Executive Officer Qualifications Executive Leadership:

10+ years of executive experience (CEO, COO, or VP) in sustainable packaging, foodware manufacturing, or eco-friendly commercial goods.

Material & Domain Expertise:

Deep operational familiarity with sugarcane bagasse processing, thermoforming, CPLA/PLA molding, or alternative bio-plastics.

Established Network:

A proven track record of securing contracts with institutional distributors, big-box retail, and major commercial cash-and-carry wholesalers.

Education:

A bachelor's degree in Business Management, Sustainable Materials Science, or Supply Chain Engineering is required; an MBA is highly preferred.

Sustainability Champion:

Deep personal alignment with the circular economy and renewable packaging lifecycles.

Agile Problem Solver:

Proven ability to manage complex international manufacturing lines and localized domestic distribution.

Chief Executive Officer Benefits Healthcare Bonus Retirement JOB ID :

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