Business Unit Manager

PURPOSE AND PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITES Lead and coordinate all major business activities related to custom engineered products through integrated multifunctional team; drive/lead new business and product development; prepare Business Plan for business unit, including strategy for new and existing products, pricing structure, sales forecast, advertising, and promotion; meet annual growth plans and operating profit margin targets for business unit; support field sales through customer interface at key accounts; ensure that terms and conditions of new proposals and contracts conform to company policy and Business Unit strategic business plan. ESSENTIAL DUTIES - other duties may be assigned

• Lead Multifunctional Team in Dynamic Business Environment. Build consensus and buy in for business priorities in pursuit of New Business.

• Prepare New Business Proposals and be the direct program interface with customers during the development process.

• Review requests for proposals and existing contracts to ensure that terms and conditions conform to company policy and the business unit strategic business plan.

• Support field sales through customer interface at key accounts.

• Prepare Annual and Five Year Business Plan for business unit, including strategy for new and existing products, pricing structure, sales forecast, advertising, and promotion.

• Meet annual growth plans and operating profit margin targets for business unit.

• Foster teamwork, generates enthusiasm, and promote can-do attitude.

• Present Business Union results at quarterly corporate meetings.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• B.S. degree (technical discipline a plus); and

• At least five (5) years of proven leadership of multifunctional teams; and

• Sales exposure; Aerospace and Custom Manufacturing environment background a plus

• Proven leadership experience with the ability to negotiate; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

• Proficient in spoken and written English

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Understanding of total Company Operations.

• Strong project management skills and presentation skills.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Must be able to adapt quickly to change.

• Should have basic understanding of contracts and financial statements.

• Must be able to travel.

Hartwell Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.