General Manager & Country Manager KD Canada

Kongsberg Discovery Canada Ltd. a subsidiary of KONGSBERG is a global technology company providing innovative and reliable technology solutions for all marine industry sectors including merchant offshore subsea and naval. Headquartered in Horten Norway the company has manufacturing sales and service facilities internationally. Kongsberg Discovery is a market leader in systems for positioning surveying and navigation. We are determined to provide our customers with innovative and reliable marine electronics that ensure optimal operation both on and under the sea.

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What we can offer you:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Fully extended health dental vision & welfare benefits
• Up to 7% employer match program with RRSP
• Flexibility with Paid Time Off
• Career growth opportunities
• Safe and collaborative culture

There has never been a more exciting time to work for Kongsberg Discovery Canada Ltd. than right now. Are you passionate about leading diverse teams driving innovation and making a positive impact Kongsberg Discovery Canada is seeking a collaborative and visionary General Manager & Country Manager to lead our dynamic organization.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As General Manager & Country Manager for KD Canada you will oversee all business and operations in Canada working closely with colleagues across engineering manufacturing sales and service. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of marine technology and contribute to sustainable solutions for our oceans.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and inspire a talented multidisciplinary team across engineering factory finance quality supply chain and sales & marketing.
• Develop and execute strategies for growth and innovation in close partnership with the Marine Life Technology (MLT) division and other Kongsberg Discovery teams.
• Ensure strong business performance with responsibility for profit & loss and key performance indicators.
• Foster a culture of inclusion collaboration and continuous improvementwhere every voice is valued and everyone can thrive.
• Build strong relationships with customers partners and stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Represent Kongsberg Discoverys values and commitment to diversity equity and belonging in all aspects of your leadership.
• Participate as a key member of the MLT divisional management team contributing to strategic decisions and organizational development.
• Some international travel is expected.

ADDITIONAL KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accountability for Compliance: Ensure the subsidiarys full compliance with all required laws and regulations (license to operate) and regularly report on the status of compliance security and Health Safety & Environment (HSE) matters.
• Financial Legal and Tax Compliance: Oversee financial reporting and ensure legal and tax compliance for the Canadian legal entity.
• Profit & Loss Responsibility: Hold profit and loss responsibility within the boundaries and conditions of the defined business model and related transfer pricing regulations.
• Forecasting: Contribute to the forecasting process to complete global figures for business units and divisions.
• Operational & Market Optimization: Optimize the subsidiarys operations and market position in line with the strategic directions and goals set by the divisions and functions.
• Cross-Divisional Coordination: Ensure effective coordination across divisions within the local operation.
• Local Management Team Leadership: Lead the local management team ensuring representation from all divisions and functions with local activity.
• Local Representation: Act as Kongsberg Discoverys local ambassador in Canada representing the company to local government institutions key customers and the public.
• Site & Personnel Responsibility: Hold formal site and personnel responsibility for the subsidiary.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• You have 10 years experience in leadership roles including profit & loss responsibility.
• You bring experience in change management and enjoy leading teams through transformation and growth.
• You have managed across the full value chainfrom engineering to deliveryand thrive in complex matrixed organizations.
• You are highly collaborative people-focused and committed to building inclusive high-performing teams.
• You lead with empathy integrity and a strong sense of purpose motivating others to achieve shared goals.
• You are decisive results-oriented and able to see the big picture while driving operational excellence.
• You are passionate about innovation sustainability and making a difference in the world.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• A masters degree in a technical or financial field is preferred.
• Experience with Kongsberg Discoverys international business principles is a plus.

Work Location: Vancouver (Port Coquitlam British Columbia Canada)

KONGSBERG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.