Business Manager / CP7494 Job in Worcester 01602, Massachusetts Us
Position Description:
Executive Search
BUSINESS MANAGER, PHOTOVOLTAIC EXTRUDED FILMS
Based in Greater Boston, Massachusetts Area
Saint-Gobain, THE COMPANY
Saint-Gobain is a leading worldwide producer of abrasives, building materials, high-performance plastics, insulation, flat glass, glass containers, piping, reinforcements and industrial ceramics. With more than 1,000 subsidiaries in 57 countries, Saint-Gobain is the world's largest manufacturer and distributor of building materials, and a leader in the production of high performance materials and glass containers. Founded in 1665 and headquartered in Paris, Saint-Gobain had worldwide sales of approximately $60 billion and employs approximately 200,000 people.
In the U.S. and Canada, Saint-Gobain employs over 22,000 people, and has approximately 200 manufacturing locations. Its total U.S. and Canada sales are $8 billion.
PERFORMANCE PLASTICS, THE BUSINESS
Performance Plastics is a world-wide activity within the Innovative Materials Sector of Saint-Gobain with revenue of more than $1B.. It has approximately 4,500 employees in 43 locations and is present in 16 countries. Our business value is derived by processing high-performance polymer resins into products with unique properties that our customers value. We serve a broad range of markets including construction, automotive, aerospace, food and beverage, medical, pharmaceutical, electronics, and energy..
SCOPE
This role provides leadership and strategic direction to global sales, marketing, RD, and operations (Wayne, NJ Worcester, Mass.) focusing on the profitable growth of Photovoltaic Films and Extruded Films activitities. The position also represents Performance Plastics’ Composites Photovoltaic activities with Saint-Gobain Solar (Parent-Company Activity). This position is a key and highly visible position both within the Performance Plastics Division as well as the parent company.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Directly manages and influences the strategic direction for the photovoltaic and extruded films business by developing, planning and communicating strategy, setting budget goals and objectives. Objective creation and management include sales, margin, profit, PV marketing, acquisitions, new markets/products, capital expenditure and resources for the business.
• Partners/Collaborates with business leadership and functional leaders to build and implement innovative, high quality, cost effective growth and business development plans.
• Participates in the Succession Planning, Recruitment, Staffing and Retention, Performance Management and Leadership Development processes for direct staff members as well as coaches, mentors and supports direct reports in engaging in these activities with their direct reports.
• Responsible for overseeing on a direct line basis, the management of the Wayne, NJ operations as well as develops and coordinates with Product Management, Applications Engineering etc. to support global business development and growth.
• On a dotted line basis, manages a portion of the Worcester, Mass. Site possessing recently capitalized operations with state of the art film extrusion and lamination capabilities that require close oversight to advance technical innovation, quality, and cost competitiveness.
• Key contributor to providing support and interaction for developing new customers and suppliers while maintaining solid business relationships with existing customers.
• Influences the activities of sales, operations, and RD, communicating closely with other Saint-Gobain photovoltaic-focused businesses in an effort to optimize volume and profit for the business.
• Consistent execution and emphasis on company policies with utmost focus and attention to Health, Safety, and Environment targets, initiatives, policies and impact.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
This position requires a self-aware, self-starter, high energy individual who can balance both a tactical and strategic focus. An individual who can quickly assess a situation, develop an action plan, organize resources and move forward with a sense of urgency. Additionally we are seeking:
• High degree of general management experience in traditional areas of product development, finance, sales, marketing, manufacturing, and human resources
• Strong innovative leadership capabilities while possessing equal abilities in grasping highly technical concepts and translate them into business strategies.
• A track record of accomplishments within change management initiatives, managing PL, as well as experience in managing variety of functions.
• The ability to effectively communicate expectations and performance measures throughout the organization. This position demands the effective interaction with diverse professionals both within and outside of the company on a global basis.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities using effective analytical and problem solving/resolution skills and a team focus.
• An open and honest interpersonal style coupled with self-motivation and strategic thinking skills.
• An interpersonal style which will be demanding when setting objectives and securing results, engaging and highly driven with an action orientation.
• Strong business savvy and acumen, thereby assuring credibility with other leadership team members.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
• Career progression must show clear evidence of sustained outstanding performance.
• Will have the ability to work in a matrixed and hierarchical reporting environment, coordinating activities in a cross-functional setting.
• A bachelor’s degree is required in business or technical field; an advanced degree or MBA is preferred.
• 7+ years of experience within a growth marketplace and diverse manufacturing organization.