Co-President HEF North America

Job DescriptionCO-PRESIDENT HEF NORTH AMERICAJob DescriptionTitle: Co-President, HEF North AmericaReports to: HEF Groupe Steering Committee in FranceLocation: Springfield, OH or Torrance, CAThe CompanyHEF Groupe, a French multinational company, is a world leader in surface engineering , a challenger in photonics and an emerging player in hydrogen technologies. Established 70 years ago, the group employs 3,200 people in 23 countries throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas.The company’s North American operations, which is comprised of 12 subsidiaries, has two Co-Presidents who share responsibilities as follows: Co-President in charge of Tribology Jobbing Operations: based in Kennebunk, ME., he is responsible for all the subsidiaries involved in providing tribological surface treatment services in the USA and Canada. Co-President in charge of a Sales and Marketing subsidiary, of Photonics operations, and of our Mexican jobbing units. We are currently seeking an individual to serve in this role which can be based either in Springfield, OH or in Torrance, CAROLESThe new Co-President fulfills the following roles:Ø CEO of HEF USA, our Ohio subsidiary which handles the sales of our proprietary chemicals (which are used in the company’s nitriding treatment); of our engineered sleeve bearings & bushings (which are designed for demanding industrial applications); and of our tribology testing services;Ø CEO of Abrisa Technologies, our California subsidiary involved in optical coatings and industrial glass fabrication for photonics applications;Ø Supervisor of our Mexican Country Manager, who has General Management responsibilities for the overall business activities of HEF in Mexico.If you currently serve as CEO of an industrial group with several subsidiaries, and if you meet the following essential requirements, we want to hear from you as soon as possible. Kindly email us your resume and a cover letter explaining how you meet our Key Requirements.ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:Education: BS in engineering at a minimum. Mechanical, Material or Chemical Engineering preferred; An MBA degree would be a plus.Years of Experience: 10 to 15 years working in senior positions, with demonstrated career progression, and 5 years as CEO running multiple subsidiaries with P&L responsibility.Experience running the North American operations of a foreign parent would be a plus.Industry: Experience working for a manufacturing company - preferably in one or more of the following fields: mechanical, specialty chemicals, metallurgy-related, optical components - or industrial services.Business Development: Strong business development background; experience in selling mechanical components and/or specialty chemicals and/or industrial services preferred. Experience and achievements in identifying, qualifying, and negotiating external growth opportunities would be a plus.Location: Candidate should live within commuting distance of Springfield, OH, or of Torrance, CA, or be willing to relocate.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:Ø The role involves the hands-on general management of several subsidiaries.Ø You will have financial oversight, you will control expenses, manage budgets, and ensure that records are kept, and reports provided, according to corporate policies.Ø You will have full P&L responsibility for all these subsidiaries, and you will be expected to produce business improvement results, both top and bottom line.Ø You will oversee, lead, and assist in all the business development activities in North America to expand HEF’s revenues in NA. You will provide leadership & mentoring over commercial and sales functions.Ø You will build and manage relationships with existing and potential customers, licensees and joint venture partners.Ø In cooperation with the French Management, you will set the strategy and directions to drive long and short-term revenue growth for all business units in NA and you will be responsible for achieving the goals mutually agreed to with the French Management.Skill RequirementsØ Strong leadership skills; ability to make sound decisions, particularly under pressure; willingness to delegate and to empower local managements to take initiatives.Ø Good understanding of corporate finance, KPIs, and performance management principles.Ø Analytical Abilities And Problem-solving SkillsØ In-depth knowledge of corporate governance and general management best practices.Ø Excellent written and verbal communication skills;Ø Ability to gain the trust and cooperation of the General Managers who will report to you. Ability to report to the French Management and to work with your French counterparts.COMPENSATION:We offer very competitive compensation, based on the candidate’s experience, along with a bonus plan and generous benefits.Company DescriptionHEF Groupe, a French multinational company, is a world leader in surface engineering , a challenger in photonics and an emerging player in hydrogen technologies. Established 70 years ago, the group employs 3,200 people in 23 countries throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The company’s North American operations, is comprised of 12 subsidiaries, engaged in providing Liquid Nitriding services & chemicals; PVD based coating services; tribology testing services; and supplying engineered sleeve bearings & bushings for demanding industrial applications and optical components..HEF Groupe, a French multinational company, is a world leader in surface engineering , a challenger in photonics and an emerging player in hydrogen technologies. Established 70 years ago, the group employs 3,200 people in 23 countries throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The company’s North American operations, is comprised of 12 subsidiaries, engaged in providing Liquid Nitriding services & chemicals; PVD based coating services; tribology testing services; and supplying engineered sleeve bearings & bushings for demanding industrial applications and optical components..