The company
we have been retained by a leading automotive supplier with a number one market share in mexico to recruit their next chief executive officer (ceo) who will lead the company in their next growth phase. Our client is a joint venture established over 30 years ago with nearly 3000 employees, 4 major manufacturing campus sites in 4 cities throughout mexico and with corporate headquarters in mexico city. The joint venture is equally owned by two major players in the industry founded over 50 years ago. This leading supplier has many oem’s, tier 1 and tier 2 automotive customers. The product portfolio includes molded polyurethane foam, interior parts, formed plastics, and diversified products to be manufactured and sold in the country of mexico. We have locations that encompass several product lines in mexico city, leon, puebla and saltillo. Our main customers are vw, audi, nissan, ford, gm, mazda, polaris, adient, lear, tachi-s, and many others.
The position
position summary
reporting to the executive committee and board, the chief executive officer (ceo) will provide leadership to the organization and have full profit/loss and balance sheet accountability for the enterprise. The ceo will serve as the primary architect for the companies’ go-forward strategy including the development of a world-class leadership team. He/she will collaborate with the team to develop and pursue the lean operating agenda for the business, and provide the leadership and execution focus necessary to achieve ambitious long-term value-creation goals. In addition to financial performance, a lean manufacturing focus and cultural consonance is critical. The organization will have a positive sustainable social impact on the communities in which it works and lives. Based in mexico city, mexico, the role will appeal to a proactive, high-energy individual who thrives in a demanding, complex environment and seeks ownership over the results.
Major responsibilities
work with the executive committee and the leadership team to define, develop and deploy a sustainable value-creation strategy for the region, which shall include all topics related to the deployment and adoption of best management practices, including but not limited to:
revenue and profit growth
customer management
lean manufacturing & operational excellence
roic management & investment plan
working capital management & cash generation
governance & risk management
talent management & teammate engagement
succession planning
environmental, social and governance (esg), among others
control execution to deliver on the near- and long-term goals and objectives for the organization.
Manage a highly functioning and effective relationship with both shareholders by ensuring alignment through effective communication.
Develop and execute strategy by leveraging the strengths and competencies of both jv partner companies.
Drive continuous improvement of management processes through kaizen and other lean methodologies.
Ensure leadership in product benefits that matter to consumers such as comfort, weight, and sustainability.
Foster an environment which stimulates open communication, creativity, and teamwork.
Develop and mentor a high-performance team to ensure activities are conducted accurately and ethically.
Appraise operating and financial results through review of forecasts, budgets, and actual financials.
Consolidate and report out on monthly and quarterly performance and kpis as required.
Ensure business development and market share growth.
The candidate
ideal experience (candidate specification and key selection criteria)
15 or more years’ experience in a senior leadership role in a us$200m to $500m manufacturing or automotive environment
business and/or technical/engineering degree or equivalent and/or mba
extensive experience at the executive level in a tier 1 or 2 automotive supplier or an oem
experience managing and reporting with a multinational organization
experience leading and developing large teams
strong operations experience
strong financial acumen with prior full responsibility for the p&l, balance sheet and cash flow statements
experience with commercial activities and business development
strong english and spanish communication and presentation skills
critical competencies for success
drive for results
able to achieve superior results and growth through and with others on a continuous basis with the passion to drive self and others toward excellence. Consistently exceeds goals within established timelines.
Business relationships
able to build and leverage mutually beneficial relationships and networks with all internal and external stakeholders, based on integrity and trust.
Leadership
sets a strong example of appropriate and desirable behavior. Is a good teacher and coach, and generates enthusiasm for continuous improvement.
Other skills and qualifications
must possess unquestionable personal and professional integrity, honesty and good judgment.
Strong leadership, decision making, influencing and team building skills.
Good negotiation and commercial skills.
Comfortable in a manufacturing environment.
Joint venture experience preferred.
Good math skills and ms office.
Candidate must be willing to be relocated to mexico city area if not currently living there.
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