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Business Unit Director Commercial Leadership Automotive Supply Chain
Location: Hastings MI Onsite Full P&L Ownership
Think big. Lead boldly. Drive results.
This is more than a plant GM role its a full-scope business unit leadership opportunity for someone ready to take ownership of revenue margin team performance and long-term customer partnerships in a global manufacturing environment.
The Opportunity:
Were searching for a commercially driven people-first leader to take the reins of a cross-functional business unit supporting the heavy-duty vehicle space. This individual will oversee Sales Engineering and Customer Service teams while aligning efforts with shared functions like Operations Finance and Supply Chain to deliver on growth and performance goals.
Experience in the Heavy-Duty Truck (HDT) market is certainly a plus but whats essential is a strong record of owning a business unit P&L leading high-performing cross-functional teams and building long-term relationships with OEM and Tier 1 customers.
What Youll Own:
Full P&L responsibility revenue margin and profitability
Development and execution of commercial strategy
Direct leadership of Sales Managers Account Managers Engineers and CSRs
Alignment of shared services to business unit objectives
Executive-level customer relationships and negotiations
Oversight of pricing strategy and contract management
Driving innovation based on customer feedback and market needs
Leading a culture of development accountability and results
Success Measures:
Year-over-year revenue growth
Operating income and margin improvements
Positive customer satisfaction metrics
Strong employee engagement and team development
Your Background:
Bachelors degree in Business Engineering or related field (MBA preferred)
10 years of commercial leadership in automotive commercial vehicle or HDT (preferred but not required)
Proven success owning a business unit P&L and driving growth
Experience leading cross-functional and matrixed teams
Skilled in pricing strategy cost control and commercial agreements
Strong communication strategic thinking and negotiation skills
Who You Are:
You bring energy and clarity to complex challenges. Youre commercially sharp and people-focused able to motivate teams while delivering results. You know how to align strategy with execution and you dont shy away from owning outcomes. Youre trusted by customers and respected by peers.
Location & Travel:
Based onsite in Hastings MI or within a reasonable commuting distance
Domestic and international travel is approximately 25 to 35%
Full Time