Divisional Vice President, Business Leader

Your Next Leadership Challenge?

Are you a strategic leader ready to take the helm of a dynamic business?

We are seeking a Divisional Vice President to lead our Midwest MRO operations. This is your opportunity to drive growth, operational excellence, and innovation within a financially strong division of a global S&P 500 manufacturer.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for all sales, marketing, engineering, new product development, customer service, aftermarket, operations, supply chain/materials, quality, finance, acquisition, environment, health and safety, forecasting and strategic planning activities. 
• Overall profit and loss responsibility for 3 separate P&Ls in Tulsa, OK and Wichita, KS.
• Responsible for operating performance, e.g. sales, profit, working capital, on-time delivery, planning, scheduling, materials management, etc.  
• Improve the product development process by effective market analysis, target product identification, improving project management and incorporating design for six sigma.
• Manage day-to-day tactical and long-term strategic activities within the business.
• Recruitment, training and development, and performance management of direct reports.
• Responsible for effective communications and coordination with other Division Vice Presidents in both North America and European businesses.
• Improve factory performance by executing lean manufacturing initiatives such as Kanban, SIOP, 5S, and Kaizen while maintaining focus on Quality improvements.
• Responsible for meeting financial commitments, providing the resources necessary to grow and/or taking the necessary actions to cut costs. 
• Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

We Need Your Experience to Include

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, business, or other technical discipline is required.
• Master’s Degree or MBA strongly preferred.
• Minimum 10 years progressive management experience; minimum 5 years in a senior level role with direct P&L responsibility.
• Prior experience working in the aerospace industry required.
• 3rd party MRO experience strongly desired.
• Broad experience in the direct implementation and management of lean and visual management tools and systems in both manufacturing and transactional environments.
• A solid track record of success leading engineering and operations.
• Familiarity with the manufacturing of low volume, high mix [engineered] products. 
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate in a concise manner with all levels, including senior internal/external clients.
• Must demonstrate high integrity and exemplify appropriate ethical standards in all business and personnel transactions.

You Should Bring

• Strong analytical thinking, problem solving skills and communications skills (both written and oral) with attention to detail.
• Candidates must have proven strategic planning skills; conducted competitive analyses, developed marketing plans, pricing strategies, etc. 
• Strong customer relations skills
• It’s imperative that candidates have a strong financial acumen and have worked for a company continuously pressured to lower costs while improving performance.
• Effective strategic leadership skills and executive attributes
• Excellent organization and project management skills
• Strong statistical analysis ability
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Proven ability to successfully handle multiple projects and meet critical deadlines
• Must be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to relationship-building, both internally and externally
• Must be self-directed and be able to work well under pressure, multi-task, and meet deadlines
• The right person will be flexible and want to learn and grow professionally
• Very strong computer skills are a must, to include:  Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and thoughts to people at all levels of the organization, establishing credibility with management and employees throughout the supported population; particularly at the executive management level
• Ability to anticipate, set, and manage priorities, resources, goals and projects

Why Join Us

We are a business of AMETEK, a global leader in electronic instruments and electromechanical devices. Our culture values innovation, integrity, and results. We offer a collaborative environment where your leadership will make a tangible impact on our business and our people.

Our Team

You will be based in Tulsa, OK, with regular travel to our facility in Wichita, KS.  You will report directly to the Division Vice President, Business Unit Manager and lead a team of directors and functional managers within the Business.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Company car
• Competitive salary with short-term (bonus) incentives and long-term (RSUs + options) incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match 
• Vacation, paid time off, and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Ametek MRO is an equal opportunity employer. We recognize the value of inclusion and do not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Find out more about us at www.AmetekMRO.com