Position: Managing Director (Aftermarket & Service)

Location: Denver Metropolitan Area or hybrid-remote near a major airport

Our client is a in 2021 established US subsidiary of a globally acting manufacturer of converters and electronic components for the wind power industry and a supplier of spare parts and service (Aftermarket & Service segment). Their team of 415 staff members worldwide provide their clients with comprehensive solutions to their wind application.

The company is currently seeking a strategically minded, forward facing Managing Director for their US subsidiary to drive growth with full P&L ownership and provide overall leadership of the company and local team of 8 employees. This position will work closely with the global company leadership and various business groups to evaluate and develop strategic opportunities to grow into a successful renewable energy service provider over the next 2-5 years. The Managing Director will report directly to the Managing Director Aftermarket & Service of the German parent company.

Responsibilities:   

  • Carry responsibility of the company’s business operations, financial performances, investments, and ventures (e.g., P&L, budget plan, earnings, cash flow, receivables, inventory, payables, capital expenditures); prepare and manage annual/quarterly budgets and sales forecasts and financial reporting to German HQ. 
  • Provide site leadership, guidance and/or coordination of all functions and departments while maintaining and developing a strong culture and positive work environment.
  • Provide market intelligence; evaluate, develop, and manage market specific sales strategies and new strategic business opportunities in collaboration with the company’s Aftermarket and Service team.
  • Build and cultivate long-term partnership relationships with existing and new customers to support site growth (incl. customer surveys and complaint management).
  • Responsible for the delivery of KPIs; drive and identify potentials and implement actions required to achieve business objectives for the site.
  • Represent the company at relevant trade shows and industry forums; act as a “brand ambassador” to position the company as a high-quality leader in its market segment.
  • Drive continuous improvement and optimization of processes in the company’s Colorado site.
  • Direct, develop, and oversee the general health and safety policies and procedures (EHS) of the organization. Ensure the workplace is in full compliance with state, local, and/or customer specific regulations.
  • Develop and manage service contracts depending on the customer.
  • Support global initiatives of the company as appropriate and implement best practices by collaborating with counterparts at other international subsidiaries. 

Requirements: 

  • A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Business or Engineering discipline is required; an MBA would be of value 
  • Minimum of 7+ years of experience in Sales/Business Development within the renewable energy industry, Aftermarket & Service preferred
  • Minimum of 5+ years of leadership and P&L responsibility; successful track record of financial competence, especially in P&L management 
  • Extensive contact network of decision-makers at companies within renewable energy sector is desired
  • Strong team leadership skills and the ability to maximize performance of employees across all functions while fostering a collaborative and positive work environment 
  • Strong strategic acumen with the ability to identify market opportunities and enact action plans to seize them 
  • Entrepreneurial spirit with creative thinking, an international mindset, and ability to work independently
  • Willingness to travel across North America and Europe (if needed)
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Familiarity with change management