President

At Pinnacle Polymers, the President is responsible for the general management of all aspects of the Company.  Responsible for individual business as part of a family owned global organization.  Ethically and professionally represent Pinnacle to its employees, customers, stakeholders and vendors. Developing and executing the strategic business plan, managing the P&L, and leading and motivating a diverse team of professionals.  

Responsibilities:

Business Planning and Strategy

• Develop and implement a robust business plan aligned with the company's strategic objectives.
• Identify growth opportunities and market trends to enhance the company's market position.
• Drive the execution of strategic initiatives to achieve business goals.

P&L Management

• Oversee the financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Ensure effective cost management and optimize resource allocation to maximize profitability.
• Monitor key financial metrics and implement corrective actions to address variances.

Operational Management

• Monitor key production processes, including raw material sourcing, quality control, cost management, and safety protocols for continuous improvement
• Lead cross-functional senior leadership team across manufacturing, sales, marketing, finance, procurement and quality control to ensure efficient operations and meet production and sales targets.

Leadership and People Management

• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team across the organization.
• Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, quality, continuous improvement and sustainability.
• Conduct regular evaluations and development opportunities for succession planning.

Commercial and Customer Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and industry stakeholders.
• Drive sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue targets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to drive market expansion.
• Analyze competitive landscape and adjust strategies to maintain a competitive edge.

External Representation

• Act as the public face of the company, engaging with industry associations, government agencies, and stakeholders
• Advocate for industry policies and regulations that benefit the company's interests.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities.
• Active in community projects promoting the company

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate vision to internal and external customers
• Ability to lead changes, adapt to challenges and remain dynamic to ensure employee and customer satisfaction
• Proven leadership ability and integrity
• Negotiation skills
• Model a culture of transparency, empowerment, authenticity, inclusivity, accountability, and empathy.
• Strong judgement and a track record of prioritizing tasks and initiatives effectively according to business imperatives
• Advanced understanding of business planning and regulatory issues
• Familiarity with the operational procedures at all levels of the organization
• Strong analytical and data-driven mindset
• Ability to inspire employees to live up to their potential and optimize their productivity
• Keen problem-solving skills and the ability to quickly get to the root of an issue
• Delegation and motivation

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Tasks require long periods of sitting and occasional standing
• Regularly required to use hands to touch, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms
• Requires regular use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, and scanner/copier)
• This role is regularly required to talk, see and hear, and perform repetitive motions
• Normal Production Plant environment with controlled climate as well as outside elements
• Moderate noises (business office with computer and printers, light traffic or manufacturing facility with heavy machinery)

Requirements:  

• Minimum of 20 years of experience within the chemical industry (preferably polyolefins), with at least 10 years in a leadership role with a strong emphasis on business planning, P&L management, and people management. 
• Experience in sales, operations, and product development
• Bachelors degree in Business, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. An MBA or equivalent advanced degree is preferred.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, strategic planning and execution, financial acumen, excellent communication and negotiation abilities, and a thorough understanding of the chemical market (specifically polyolefins).
• Functional experience in SAP is preferred
• Must be willing and able to travel (nationally and internationally)
• Ability to work in the U.S. and successful completion of a pre-employment background check and screening