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We are seeking an individual with proven business and people leadership skills combined with a product development background, preferably within the defense industry, to join our team as General Manager for the Curtiss-Wright Steam and Air Solutions Division.
This is an outstanding career opportunity for an individual interested in a genuine professional challenge. We are seeking someone who can create transformational growth and be seriously considered for future succession within the firm. With this position comes a very competitive compensation and benefits program including short-term and long-term incentive compensation.
LOCATION: Summerville, SC (Charleston area)
BENEFITS:
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *
YOUR CHALLENGE:
Reporting to the VP/GM, you will be a key member of Curtiss-Wright’s senior management team. You must possess outstanding leadership qualities and integrity beyond reproach. You will work effectively across all functional lines and be a team player who is capable of motivating others, with an unmatched ability to exceed performance expectations.
As General Manager, you will provide leadership and vision to the Steam and Air Solutions Division. You will be accountable for ensuring proper operational controls, procedures, and systems within the company. You will be accountable for obtaining the performance objectives of the organization including revenue growth, profitability, cash generation, customer satisfaction, technology development, operational improvements, and talent development through your direct reports. With full P&L responsibility, you will direct strategic and operational initiatives to effectively grow the business and ensure financial strength and operating efficiency.
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Have full management responsibility for all business operations (P&L). Immediate task will be to assume control of the business; familiarize him/herself with the Business Unit, its activities, customers, current strategy, plans and policies.
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Review current value proposition, strategies, and operating plans and agree on the immediate and longer-term courses of action to be pursued. Take the lead in developing strategies to produce growth.
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Ensure tight control is maintained over business performance and that operating management responds quickly and effectively to any problems or adverse trends.
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Take a lead role in identifying and developing new business opportunities and core areas for growth, to include global manufacturing capability development.
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Have accountability for establishing and meeting commitments for market driven lead-times and on-time deliveries.
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Proactively resolve supply chain, technical, people, and production issues to ensure success of the team and consistent production of products.
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Develop and maintain relationships with customers.
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Ensure compliance with company standards for revenues, efficiencies, cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, environmental and complete on-time delivery
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Provide leadership across the organization for problem resolution to facilitate faster improvements and improved working relationships
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Ensure compliance with local and national regulatory bodies
WHAT YOU BRING:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business (or equivalent). An advanced educational degree in Business Management, Marketing, or the equivalent is preferred.
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A minimum of 15 years of direct industry experience in managing business functions.
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Solid understanding of running a complex multi-product and multi-value stream business.
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Direct experience managing heavy manufacturing operations and rotating equipment plus experience in Sales and Marketing.
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Ability to improve working capital position (CAPEX, Inventory, Receivables and Payables).
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Candidate must be a sole US citizen and be able to obtain and maintain DoD security clearances.
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Track record of producing results, meeting financial targets, and leading product development.
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A career demonstrating increased responsibility and acknowledged as a leader in best practice management.
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Entrepreneurial and innovative spirit and sense of urgency to drive business growth.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build and develop effective working relationships.
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Strong collaboration and partnership skills with experience working across business groups with the ability to listen, solve complex problems, and deal with ambiguity.
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Able to articulate a vision and be a prudent risk taker clearly and enthusiastically.
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Proven ability to develop and implement new strategies in a competitive business environment.
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Ability to develop talent – both as individuals and teams with a strong coaching ability.
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Recognize that Safety and Customer Service are high priority responsibilities.
WHO WE ARE:
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
SAS is a leading designer and manufacturer of mission-essential, high-speed rotating equipment solutions, including reciprocating & centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, and steam system valves, supporting U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and submarines, and most major U.S. Navy shipbuilding programs. SAS is the sole supplier of steam turbines and main engine guard valves on all aircraft carrier programs.
To learn more, please visit us: Curtiss-Wright EMS – SAS (cw-ems.com)
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No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
