Director, Coil and Extrusion Segments (US & Canada)

Position Overview:
The Director, Coil and Extrusion Segments for the US and Canada is a strategic
leadership role responsible for driving profitable growth and operational excellence
within the coil and extrusion business segments exclusively across the United States
and Canada. This role focuses on developing and executing business strategies
tailored specifically to these two markets, optimizing product portfolios, and leading
cross-functional teams to achieve commercial and operational objectives. The
Director will work closely with sales, technical, manufacturing, and supply chain
teams to ensure alignment and successful execution of business plans within the USCA region.

Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement a winning business strategy for the coil and extrusion
segments in the US and Canadian markets, focusing on profitable growth and
market expansion.
* Lead portfolio optimization and rationalization efforts to align product offerings with
market needs and growth opportunities in the US and Canada.
* Drive short- and medium-term action plans to accelerate business performance.
* Leads the sales team and collaborates with marketing team to develop and deploy
effective sales tools, collateral, and pricing strategies that maximize profitability and
market penetration in the US and Canada.
* Partner with manufacturing and supply chain leadership to ensure operational
capabilities meet business demands and support growth objectives within these
two countries.
* Champion new product development initiatives in coordination with technical and
commercial teams to maintain competitive advantage and innovation in the US and
Canadian markets.
* Monitor competitive landscape and market trends specific to the US and Canada to
inform strategic decisions and maintain market leadership.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and internal
stakeholders within the US and Canada to support business goals.
* Provide leadership and mentorship to segment teams, fostering a culture of
collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in business or related field; advanced degree or MBA is a plus.
* Minimum 10 years of experience in business management within paints and
coatings industry or related industrial markets.
* Proven track record of developing and executing successful business strategies that drive growth and profitability in these regions.
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain dynamics, and
commercial operations specifically in the US and Canadian markets.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills with the ability to
engage and align diverse teams and stakeholders.
* Customer-focused mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making
capabilities.
* Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects in a matrixed environment.
* Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced
environment.
* Familiarity with regulatory and market conditions specific to the US and Canada is preferred.

Employee Value Proposition:
* Opportunity to lead and shape the coil and extrusion business segments in the key
North American markets of the US and Canada.
* Work within a respected industrial paints and coatings company known for
innovation, technology, and customer service excellence.
* Collaborate with diverse teams across commercial, technical, and operational
functions.
* High-impact role with visibility and influence on business growth and market
positioning in the US and Canada.

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