Director, Coil and Extrusion Segments (US & Canada)

PPG Industries

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with regulatory and market conditions specific to the US and Canada is preferred.

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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director