We are looking for an accomplished executive to lead a chemicals manufacturing business through its next phase of growth and performance. This long-term contract position will oversee commercial, operational, and financial activities while partnering with leadership to strengthen market position, expand revenue, and improve profitability. The role calls for a strategic leader who can align cross-functional teams, guide business planning, and build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the overall direction of the business unit, with accountability for sustainable growth, financial performance, and long-range value creation.
- Partner with the leadership team to shape and execute annual operating plans, multi-year strategic objectives, and budget priorities.
- Drive revenue expansion by strengthening existing customer relationships, opening new markets, and increasing share within targeted segments.
- Oversee profit performance by balancing volume, pricing, product mix, and margin objectives across the portfolio.
- Provide guidance across sales, marketing, business development, regulatory, product management, operations, finance, human resources, and administration.
- Maintain effective working capital management by coordinating inventory, supply planning, product availability, and cross-functional decision-making.
- Deliver accurate monthly and quarterly financial reporting in line with corporate standards and performance expectations.
- Build an effective organizational structure by selecting, coaching, and evaluating leaders and team members across key functions.
- Foster employee engagement and skills development through clear expectations, mentorship, and ongoing performance management.
- Cultivate strong partnerships with customers, internal teams, and external stakeholders to support long-term business success.