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President of America’s
Is This You?
You are reading this Position Profile because it is entirely possible you could become the President of Americas for this highly respected and ever expanding $200M+ design and manufacturing company. Consideration for the role starts with your own – objective – personal analysis. In other words, is this role the right fit for you?
Are you seeking a rewarding career working in a people-first culture, alongside an exceptional team that have experienced high growth and success - and are planning for more!?
Are you an experienced, strategic, energetic and customer-oriented leader with outstanding relationship skills? Have you been in a general management leadership role in a large ($100M+) design and manufacturing business (automotive, automotive supplier, aerospace), ideally having worked with Unions, and are passionate about team building?
Do you take pride in challenging yourself, to meet the expectations of others and provide the vision and inspiration to exceed them? Would you be described as a sales and customer focused leader who is a great communicator? Someone who leads through influence, high emotional intelligence and highly organized? You believe in the power of collaboration and possess a team-first attitude. You value process and have experience achieving goals through a ‘we’ approach -- never shy to roll up your sleeves and get involved in the details.
Are you mature and genuine, inclusive, articulate, highly competent and comfortable working with a myriad of stakeholders in regions that span the world?
Do you take PRIDE in what you do and believe ‘Ordinary People Working Together Can-Do Extraordinary Things’?
And, despite continuous competitive pressures – you bring a customer orientation and possess the competitive DNA to grow revenue and profits year over year over year…
If this is you, please read on…
THE POSITION
Organization: (Confidential) $200M Design and Manufacturing Company
Title: President of America’s
Reports to: Divisional Chief Executive Officer
Location: Greater Toronto
Team Oversight: ~600 – 70% Unionized
Key Relationships:
Internal: Senior Leadership Team consists of SHARED SERVICES: CFO, Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Technology Officer, Chief Sourcing and Supply Chain Officer. DIRECT REPORTS: HR, Quality, Environment & Management Systems, Sales and Marketing, Engineering and Program Management, Supply Chain and Customer Service, Production and Facilities
External: Customers, Union
THE CONTEXT
The long-time and highly respected President is retiring once the successor has been identified and onboarded with the organization. During their tenure, the current President has overseen impressive growth, both organically and through acquisition, in this extremely competitive manufacturing business sector which has resulted in ‘best ever’ financial results, despite economic turndowns, and COVID-19.
The incumbent has been diligent and proactive in devising strategies that have resulted in positive business outcomes. They have been directly involved in customer development and have overseen a continuum of major capital projects that were undertaken to refresh, revitalize, and expand the company’s growth.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
We are seeking an experienced, sales/customer-oriented leader who has profitably led a production unit, business or division, in a highly competitive design and manufacturing industry with a concentrated (automotive) and demanding customer base.
It is critical that our successful candidate has experience growing a business through effective manufacturing efficiency programs, as well as sustaining profitable growth through focused customer orientation and operations management.
They will have broad-based general management experience, be strong both strategically, sales and operationally experienced, and will be confident enough to operate independently AND yet will know when to actively seek counsel from the divisional CEO, their executive team and key stakeholders.
It is essential that the individual be comfortable and capable of operating in an environment where competitive pressure and annual revenue and growth of earnings are the norm. To that end, he/she must understand the importance of developing and sustaining profitable and long-term customer relationships in a competitive market.
The incumbent must be a strong team leader/builder with the executive presence necessary to inspire confidence in the employees, the executive team and customers. Their leadership style should be one of active listening and engagement with the employees, working with them as a team and always treating them with respect and dignity.
To this end our successful candidate must have:
Industrial background – preferably in the automotive, automotive supplier (and given these are key customer be able to speak their language) and/or aerospace industries
Strong production experience and knowledge of Lean manufacturing
Experience being accountable and owning/growing a P&L
Strong financial acumen in a $100M+ business with demonstrated ability to develop, articulate and defend decisions supported by quantitative and qualitative facts
Mediation experience
Matrix organization experience is ideal
Engineering University Degree preferred
Experience working in a publicly traded organization is preferred
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Black Belt training
Our successful candidate will possess/be:
Exceptionally bright and creative, analytical and results-driven
Forward-thinking leadership abilities, including the ability to motivate, attract talent, lead by example, and encourage teamwork and communication
Charismatic personality, be able to communicate extremely well orally and in writing, approachable and friendly
Energetic and willing to put in the effort that is necessary and treat the business like it’s their own
Able to work with and exchange open dialogue with leadership by keeping them informed and always engaged
Able to accept challenges to his/her approach in a constructive, supported manner
Has mental toughness; able to handle challenging opportunities and make difficult decisions
Open minded, flexible, positive, resilient, a winning attitude, high energy, results-driven
THE COMPENSATION
Competitive salary and annual merit-based bonus plan incentive, four weeks vacation, life and health insurance benefits and a matching RRSP plan and car allowance
Further compensation details will be discussed with interested, qualified candidates
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
If you are looking for an outstanding challenge and an opportunity to work with a friendly, collegial, and supportive team and environment, then what are you waiting for? Apply now!
Please email your Cover Letter (in which you identify your salary expectations) and CV to Cathy Preston at cathy@phcap.ca.
Note: the application posting closes on Friday, May 16th, 2025, at 5pm ET.
We thank you for your interest, but please be aware that only qualified candidates will be contacted. At that time a non-disclosure agreement will be signed that will allow the name of the organization and associated details to be released.
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