Business Unit Director Pumper Products

About Pierce an Oshkosh company

At Pierce Manufacturing we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913 building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized carefully designed and engineering pumpers aerials tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today youll find more than 30000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in peoples lives every day. To us every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

Job Description

Pierce Manufacturing an Oshkosh Corporation business is a leader in the design and manufacturing of Pumper Apparatus vehicles. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Unit Director to lead our business overseeing all aspects of product innovation strategic planning and financial performance. This role is pivotal in driving innovation ensuring customer satisfaction and achieving business objectives and will have full P&L responsibilities. This role reports to the Vice President & General Manager of Pierce Manufacturing.

YOUR IMPACT:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive business strategies to drive growth innovation and market expansion in alignment with corporate goals.
• Operational Excellence: Support of daily operations including manufacturing supply chain quality and customer service ensuring efficiency and adherence to industry standards.
• Product Innovation & Industry Leadership:Champion a culture of innovation by steering product development initiatives that anticipate both customer needs and position Pierce as a leader in next-generation firefighting and support equipment. Collaborate cross-functionally to accelerate go-to-market strategies and technology integration.
• Financial Management: Manage the divisions Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibilities including budgeting forecasting and financial reporting to ensure fiscal health and profitability.
• Team Development: Lead mentor and develop a high-performing management team fostering a culture of accountability continuous improvement and employee engagement.
• Customer & Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers dealers suppliers and stakeholders to enhance customer satisfaction and drive business development.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all operations comply with applicable regulations safety standards and corporate policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Business Engineering or a related field
• 10 years in a leadership role within manufacturing or a related industry

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven track record of managing a P&L and driving operational excellence
• Experience leading product strategy
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and working in a matrix organization

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