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By Greg Togni June 10, 2025
Vice President of Sales & Marketing ABOUT THE COMPANY Dover’s Vehicle Service Group (VSG), is the global leader in designing and manufacturing vehicle service, collision and automotive OEM equipment. It is one of the founding companies of Dover Corporation, an eight billion dollar diversified global manufacturer. VSG consists of fifteen leading vehicle lifting brands (Rotary, Forward, Blitz, Ravaglioli etc.), collision repair (Chief), wheel services, diagnostics (Butler, Rotary, Chief and Ravaglioli) and tier-one automotive brands (WARN Automotive) with operations worldwide, including regional business operation centers and large manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe and Asia. ABOUT THE POSITION Reporting to the Vice President (VP) & General Manager, VSG NSA , the Vice President (VP) of Sales and Marketing will lead the strategy, development, and execution of all sales and marketing initiatives to drive profitable revenue growth, market share, and brand visibility for VSG, NSA. This position will build, mentor, and manage high-performing teams while working cross-functionally to align business goals and customer needs. The VP will play a key role in shaping the company’s growth strategy and ensuring its leadership position in the market. RESPONSIBILITIES : Sales: Develop plans and strategies for achieving the company’s sales goals. Own the Annual Sales Plan and three-year strategy for driving growth in core business, identified adjacencies, and initiatives. Define sales processes, systems, and infrastructure that drive desired sales outcomes, identify improvements, and provide detailed and accurate sales forecasting. Create a culture of success and ongoing business and goal achievement. Become known as an employer of choice and a customer-facing team that top sales and customer service professionals want to join. Manage customer expectations and serve as the chief customer advocate within the business. Manage key customer relationships and participate in closing strategic opportunities. Travel for in-person meetings with customers and channel partners to foster key relationships. Drive product / services roadmap and definitions with Product Management including corresponding business models and pricing backed by marketplace analysis of customer requirements and competitive offerings/positions. Identify product gaps and improvement opportunities to provide superior, customer focused products. Collaborate with Product Management and cross functional teams to realize products in a cost effective, timely manner. Pursue alternative sales channels and customer segments to expand and leverage penetration of product offerings. Develop sales tools and sales management approaches to maximize effectiveness of direct sales and channel sales forces. Pursue sales force automation (leverage CRM solution) for all field sales personnel to streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve communication. Marketing: Assist in transitioning an internally focused business with strong Brand and Product reputation to that of a customer centric organization focused on delivering broader service and experiences customers will pay for. Develop and lead Voice of the Customer programs and insights, managing and scaling our support teams, and working closely with Product Management, Engineering, Sales, IT, Dover Central functions, and management to continuously improve the customer experience Establish KPIs to measure achievement of objectives across the organization, especially in activation, qualified leads, conversion, NPS and end customer satisfaction. Ensure marketing effectiveness, customer engagement, and conversion. Manage monthly review of promotions, product launches, trade shows, catalog, and digital activation with respective commercial and product leaders. Maintain 18 month rolling view, ensure spend aligns to budget, and track spend to results. Partner with Corp Marketing function to ensure consistent marketing across global Brands, and aligned internal and external communications. CRITICAL OBJECTIVES NEXT 2-3 YEARS Develop and execute VSG’s long-term Sales, Channel, and Customer strategy. Consider existing and new product portfolio, regions, channels within core and non-core business. Evaluate core Sales and Marketing organizations to drive sales and streamline responsibility for VSG team, Partners, and National Rep agencies. Make recommendations and implement a new organization, key talent, and investments. Optimize customer and partner focus to drive growth through most valuable and growable customers. Ensure highly professional account-based sales planning/management occurs with all top customers (weekly, monthly, quarterly). Put in place a predictable sales planning and execution tool that supports business planning and SIOP. Ensure clear metrics and tools are utilized to provide stakeholder clarity. OVERALL QUALIFICATIONS – Skills and Experience Master’s degree in applicable field of study Minimum 10 years experience in related roles supporting premium brands Self-motivated work ethic with a strong sense of urgency Demonstrated transformational leadership experience Extensive experience with leading successful sales and marketing teams Confident presentation and public speaking skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization Strong business acumen; strategic and analytic thinker Ability and willingness to travel KEY DOVER COMPETENCIES: Builds and Manages Collaborative Relationships: Establishes and nurtures numerous relationships within VSG and Dover. Takes action to partner with the communities in which we operate and to be an appropriate corporate citizen. Change Leadership: Aligns an organization and its people to drive for improvement and adopt new, challenging directions. Energizes a whole organization to want to change in the same direction. Influences others in a mature and empowering manner. Motivates and Inspires: Creates an environment that stimulates others to follow. Builds teams that fully use individuals’ capabilities, creating results beyond just the sum of the parts. Self-Awareness and Personal Development: Role models a personal leadership style that includes self-awareness; accepts feedback, understands and maximizes strengths while working to overcome weaknesses. Interested in Learning More? 180one has been engaged by VSG to manage this search. If interested in learning more about the opportunity, please contact Lisa Heffernan / 971.256.3076/ lisa@180one.com .
By Greg Togni May 28, 2025
Director of Supply Chain ABOUT THE COMPANY SawStop is a technology-focused company that has become a world leader in premium table saws and accessories. SawStop’s woodworking machines are equipped with Active Injury Mitigation (AIM), a technology the company pioneered. AIM detects contact between the user and the cutting surface and removes the hazard in less than 5 milliseconds, avoiding serious injury. SawStop was founded in 2000 after the invention of their core AIM technology. The founders created a new table saw incorporating AIM technology as well as many other improvements. That saw was an immediate success when released in late 2004 and the company has since essentially taken over the industrial table saw market. SawStop now has over 200,000 saws in the field and has saved many thousands of fingers with their groundbreaking technology. SawStop was founded by patent attorneys with backgrounds in science and engineering, and the company recognizes the value of innovation and technology. SawStop focuses on premium quality woodworking products with an emphasis on safety. Hand in hand with this focus on innovation is a diligence in protecting that innovation with patents. SawStop has received over 100 US and foreign patents to date and continues to file and enforce new patents on the inventions created through its ongoing R&D. The company is uniquely positioned to grow, redoubling its focus on product innovation and industry leading quality. In July 2017, a family-owned German power tool company, TTS Tooltechnic Systems, purchased SawStop. TTS was founded in 1925 and is respected around the world for their innovation, quality, and gold-standard market position. TTS (and their largest company, Festool) has a long and proven record of precision high-tech products. SawStop and Festool each focus on premier products in their respective markets and have minimal product overlap. SawStop’s history has taken it from humble beginnings to North American dominance. SawStop has achieved this success quickly by creating market differentiation through better design and safer technology. By joining TTS, SawStop now has begun to significantly expand market reach and product scope going forward. ABOUT THE POSITION The Director of Supply Chain will be responsible for developing and implementing a supply chain management and sourcing strategy. He or she will bring proven experience supporting a product throughout its entire product lifecycle, ensuring design decisions contribute to a robust, reliable, and cost-effective supply chain. Additionally, he or she will work with technology roadmaps, scout, evaluate and select suppliers, conduct cost and lead time analysis, build supplier relationships, negotiate commercial agreements, validate product requirements, mitigate risk, and implement lean methodologies. PLAN TO SUPPORT This role is responsible for Cost, Sourcing, and Asia Procurement through our network of contract manufacturing partners. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Asian sourcing and technical proficiencies. They will also operate as lead negotiator for SawStop companywide contracts. MISSIONS Supporting our Strategy: Strengthening supplier relationships for future generations of products. Best Practices: Align the Supply Chain Communicate SawStop business objectives and perceived risk/rewards with all stakeholders. Review, build and implement incentives and penalties to equitably share of costs, risks and rewards across supply chain. Understand the Supply Chain Review/maintain/build profiles on all suppliers and sub-suppliers, understanding their processes and risks. Competitor supply chains. ROW Opportunities. Risk Assessment and Mitigation. Short & Mid-Term Opportunities: Implement Five Year supply chain strategic plan and initiatives. Lean Supply Chain—Find efficiencies in: System complexity Lead times Inventory Labor Packaging Energy Long-Term Opportunities: Horizontal Supply Chain Integrations. Vertical Supply Chain Integrations. Drive Supply Chain Internal Improvements. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Drive the supply chain management strategy. Develop strategic plans and policies to achieve strong supplier relationships to assure consistent supply and enhance company profitability. Provide accountability and support to the management team. Provide recommendations regarding technology and supplier selection and qualification, supplier risk mitigation plan, and more. Plan, budget and maintain costs for Supply Chain. Help to develop supply chain plan for all new platform/products, and guide from NPI to volume production. Motivate staff and provide technical direction and guidance, as well as hands-on project management. Forecast demands to increase efficiency and reduce inventory costs while delivering stable customer supply. Collaborate to implement quality management procedures. Focus on meeting and exceeding customer requirements. Ensure competitiveness in supply terms and conditions. QUALIFCATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering or related discipline. 5+ years of progressive experience in Taiwan and/or China supply chain management & advanced sourcing. Strong technical background with demonstrated engineering collaboration and support. Preference for people leadership or supervisory experience. Excellent organizational, leadership, motivational, analytical problem solving and strategic thinking skills. Strong change management skills and experience. Ability to identify creative ways to reduce cost by streamlining processes and systems. Demonstrated negotiation and management leadership skills. Must have working knowledge of facilities, equipment, operations and management. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with dynamic priorities and demands. Interested in Learning More? 180one has been engaged by SawStop to manage this search. If interested in learning more about the opportunity, please contact Lisa Heffernan/ 971.256.3076/ lisa@180one.com .
By Greg Togni May 20, 2025
Chief Financial Officer ABOUT THE COMPANY Superior Duct Fabrication is a market-leading fabricator of highly technical commercial ducting and specialty HVAC products, serving mission-critical end markets such as data centers, semiconductor manufacturing, healthcare, higher education, and industrial facilities. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Pomona, CA, Superior operates out of five strategic manufacturing sites across the Western U.S. and Ohio, with a deeply experienced union workforce, vertically integrated operations, and a reputation for quality, speed, and reliability. In 2025, Seattle-based private equity firm Pike Street Capital made a platform investment in Superior to accelerate growth through geographic expansion, product innovation, and targeted acquisitions. With a strong leadership team, trusted customer relationships, and increasing demand for sophisticated air handling solutions, Superior is positioned for rapid, scalable growth. POSITION SUMMARY Superior Duct Fabrication is seeking an experienced and results-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and execution of their private equity-backed, high-growth business. The CFO will play a critical role in enabling both organic and acquisitive growth, optimizing operations, and driving value creation in partnership with the CEO, President and private equity sponsor. This is a hands-on executive leadership role ideal for a proven financial leader with deep manufacturing expertise and a track record of operating in dynamic, performance-driven environments. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Executive & Strategic Leadership Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive team, actively contributing to policy, direction, and long-term planning. Help define and execute the company’s growth strategy in alignment with operational, financial, and market objectives. Drive a high-performance culture through accountability, transparency, and collaboration. Lead by example, setting the tone and culture across the organization. Operate as a player/coach—comfortable building models, developing presentations, and engaging directly in critical business issues. Attract, develop, and retain top-tier financial and operational talent. Lead major business initiatives and projects (e.g., productivity improvement, pricing strategies) with measurable results. Shoulder broad business leadership responsibility, beyond traditional finance functions. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Own the development and ongoing refinement of annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and long-term financial planning. Track and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure performance against strategic goals. Conduct hands-on analysis of financial performance, with actionable insights to achieve growth and EBITDA targets. Lead investment analysis and decision support—including customer pricing models and full business case development. Demonstrated expertise in labor cost management and margin improvement strategies. Bring experience across multiple ERP platforms; ERP selection and implementation experience is highly preferred. Accounting & Financial Operations Oversee all accounting and finance functions, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information. Prepare and deliver comprehensive financial reporting packages including monthly P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and covenant compliance. Ensure all financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP and meet internal and external stakeholder requirements. Lead all month-end close activities including general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, and overhead allocation. Enhance and scale accounting processes, systems, and internal controls to support company growth. Coordinate the annual audit process, ensuring unqualified audit results. Lead the preparation and management of company-wide budgets, including revenue and capital expenditure planning. Treasury & Working Capital Management Lead cash flow forecasting, management, and decision-making around weekly cash disbursements. Improve the full cash cycle—credit policy, collections, inventory, and payables management. Manage lender relationships and covenant compliance. Use forward-looking cash flow analysis to guide capital structure decisions and working capital strategy. M&A & Private Equity Engagement Collaborate with the leadership team, private equity sponsors on M&A add-on strategies and roll-up execution. Experience or understanding of value creation planning, reporting, and board-level communication. QUALIFCATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline; CPA and MBA strongly preferred. Extensive experience in senior financial leadership roles, ideally within a private equity-backed or high-growth manufacturing environment. Deep understanding of financial and operational disciplines, including P&L ownership, balance sheet management, cash flow optimization, and capital allocation. Demonstrated experience in corporate governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead complex negotiations related to financing, vendor agreements, M&A, and commercial terms. Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and working capital management; prior public accounting experience is a plus. Strong business acumen with the ability to quickly assess new challenges and make sound, data-driven decisions in a dynamic environment. Natural leadership presence with the ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of an organization and with external stakeholders. Resilient under pressure with a disciplined approach to prioritization, execution, and delegation. Exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—with the ability to clearly articulate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. Committed to service excellence, with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative leadership style. High attention to detail and precision, balanced with the ability to think strategically and see the broader business context. Interested in Learning More? 180one has been engaged by Superior Duct Fabrication to manage this search. If interested in learning more about the opportunity, please contact Tom Haley /503.334.1350/ tom@180one.com .
Parr Lumber
By Greg Togni May 20, 2025
Regional Sales Director - Puget Sound ABOUT THE COMPANY When Dwight Parr Sr. founded Parr Lumber in 1930, he had no idea that a single lumber yard would become one of the largest building materials suppliers in the Nation. Today, the Parr Company proudly operates 48 facilities across Oregon and Washington, providing everything customers and contractors need to build, maintain, and enhance a home. Headquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon, The Parr Company continues to grow in providing comprehensive building solutions and services across several lines of business; PARR Lumber has 24 locations that stock over 6000 items and thousands more are available by special order, running the gamut of building supplies and materials including lumber, decking, fencing, siding, windows, doors, tools, outdoor living, and more. PARR design center has 9 locations offering a vast selection of cabinets, countertops, sinks, appliances, hardware and more making any remodel a breeze. PARR Truss has nine locations that design and build high-quality roof and floor trusses for residential, multi-family, light commercial and agricultural projects. PARR door and millwork has four locations building pre-hung interior and exterior doors, millwork, stair parts, and finish trim products. At the PARR company, we are consistently ranked as a Top Place to Work and our mission is to provide legendary service through teamwork by serving our customers with expert industry knowledge, quality products and low prices. POSITION SUMMARY The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for leading and aligning sales teams to execute our company strategy and drive sales growth in their region. This person will support the company’s vision and lead their team members and reach the company’s goals. This is accomplished through servant leadership and effective team management. As a company leader, this individual is expected to be involved in their community in some fashion, set time aside for self-improvement and always strive to be a better leader. This position directly reports to the Vice President of Sales and works directly with the Division Managers and major accounts. This position will oversee sales for all lines of business in their Region and will focus on driving collaboration between the Division Managers as well as other Regional Sales Managers across the company. They will interact regularly with the various support teams (Central Purchasing Department, Account Management Team, Human Resources, IT Department, Operations managers, Manufacturing managers, and the Parr Leadership Team) as well as interacting regularly with vendor representatives and industry associates. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Develop and execute regional sales strategies aligned with the company’s overall goals and objectives. Own P&L responsibility and sales performance for the region. • Develop new strategies and/or identify new business segments to increase market share. • Lead, mentor, and manage the sales team assigned to the region. Focus, train, and execute our sales strategy throughout the regional sales team. • Monitor performance metrics and provide regular reporting on sales performance, forecasts, and market trends. • Drive wallet share growth across all lines of business and promote a culture of cross selling. • Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand market share. • Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, and other external stakeholders. • Collaborate across the PARR team to ensure cohesive customer experience. • Analyze regional market trends and competitor activity to inform on strategic decision making. • Conduct regular field visits to support the team and develop customer relationships. • Take ownership to solve complex business problems by working with other leaders in the organization. • Manage Customer Loyalty Programs to drive greater return to the business. • Initiate selection process of Divisional Sales Managers and assist in hiring process for salespeople. • Lead efforts to implement and advance skills development programs for all sales staff. • Communicate and forecast monthly sales forecast for your region to purchasing and operations teams. • Responsible for creating and achieving the annual Regional Sales projection. • Work with Marketing to drive regional campaigns and initiatives. • Develop and maintain pricing & bidding strategies. • Develop and maintain a program for customer satisfaction and gaining new customers. • Managing high level vendor relationships and negotiation of special agreements. • Perform other related duties as assigned. QUALIFCATIONS • High school diploma or GED equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred. • 10+ years of industry relevant experience with at least 5 years in a people leadership role. • Driver’s license class C with an acceptable driving record. • Must be proficient with technology. Computer, smartphone, scanner, and any other equipment necessary for the job. • Proficiency with Microsoft suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook. • Knowledge of lumber and plywood purchasing principles, practices, and protocols is preferred. • Knowledge of home and commercial construction principles, practices, and protocols. • Ability to maintain adequate liability insurance as required by company. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS • Ability to work cordially, professionally, diplomatically and with a high level of customer service in a dynamic environment. • Demonstrate sound judgment in dealing with sensitive business matters with internal and external customers of all types. • Must maintain confidentiality and accuracy of all information related to company finances and records, particularly, cost of goods purchased and sold. • Ability and willingness to identify processes, tools and/or procedures that may be improved upon. • Ability to communicate with all levels of management and employees at a high skill level and speak effectively in front of groups. • Strong focus, planning, organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage changing priorities, handle multiple projects, and do what is necessary to meet deadlines, while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy. • Ability to function independently, as part of a team, and as a leader within your own sales cohort with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to excellence. • Ability to think and respond quickly, positively, and professionally to constantly changing circumstances. Interested in Learning More? 180one has been engaged by Parr to manage this search. If interested in learning more about the opportunity, please contact Lisa Heffernan/ 971.256.3076/ lisa@180one.com .
By Greg Togni April 23, 2025
180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with Pike Street Capital and the successful placement of a new Board Member for Superior Duct Fabrication, a Pike Street portfolio company! Superior Duct Fabrication is a leading provider of commercial and industrial HVAC duct systems, known for its high-quality fabrication, reliability, and customer service. The company serves a wide range of industries, delivering complex ductwork solutions with precision and speed. Pike Street Capital, a Seattle-based private equity firm focused on industrial growth companies, acquired Superior Duct Fabrication as part of its strategy to invest in scalable, high-performing manufacturing businesses. Pike Street partners with management teams to accelerate growth and build long-term value through operational improvements and strategic leadership. As part of this effort, Pike Street Capital partnered with 180one to recruit a new board member to help guide Superior Duct’s continued expansion and success. Congratulations to Pike Street Capital, Superior Duct Fabrication, and the 180one Search Team on a successful board placement!
By Catherine Landgraf February 19, 2025
180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with Skutt and the resulting placement of their new Chief Executive Officer! Based in Portland, Oregon, Skutt is the leading manufacturer of kilns and pottery wheels in North America. With the help of over 85 employees, Skutt is committed to building the highest quality products serving schools, hobby and production potters. Skutt ensures the highest level of product quality by investing in its people, equipment and lean manufacturing processes. Skutt firmly believes that happy employees translate into happy customers. Many of Skutt’s team members have been with the company for over 10 years. The equipment used to make heating elements, transform bricks, and build controllers leads the industry in innovation and performance. Skutt knows that great equipment translates into fewer problems and happy customers. Skutt is always striving to give customers more value and better quality which is why all team members (office and plant) have been trained in lean manufacturing practices. Congratulations to Skutt and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!
By Greg Togni February 1, 2025
180one is pleased to announce our partnership with Fair Market, Inc. and the resulting placement of their new Board Member! Fair Market is a leading distributor of frozen foods, serving healthcare, universities, retail, and foodservice sectors across North America. Renowned for delivering high-volume, low-cost products, Fair Market specializes in ready-to-cook braised meats, sauces, and custom private label offerings. Their commitment to quality and efficiency has solidified their reputation in the industry.​ Backed by private equity, Fair Market continues to expand its reach and enhance its product offerings, aiming to meet the evolving needs of its diverse clientele. The company's strategic focus on innovation and customer satisfaction positions it for sustained growth in the competitive food distribution landscape.​ Congratulations to Fair Market, Inc., and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!
By Catherine Landgraf January 14, 2025
Group President ABOUT THE COMPANY Founded in 1937, Columbia Machine is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of concrete products equipment, serving customers in over 100 countries. From mixing and batching to automatic cubing and splitting, Columbia builds a complete line of equipment to outfit your entire concrete products plant. Columbia is driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world. With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, their purpose extends beyond engineering advanced equipment. They are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide. ABOUT THE ROLE Reporting to the CEO, the Group President, will oversee operations within the United States, encompassing all aspects of the three lines of business: Concrete Products (CP), Molds, and Palletizing (PD). This leadership role is pivotal in driving the strategic direction and operational excellence across the U.S. including the Smithsburg, MD, Ontario, CA, Orlando, FL, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia based service centers, ensuring alignment with the Company’s strategic objectives and fostering a collaborative culture among the teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for integrating various functions including manufacturing, engineering, sales, procurement, production control, and maintenance and enhancing overall performance with a strong focus on quality and innovation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Leadership Provide strategic vision and leadership for U.S. Operations, aligning all functions - CP, Molds, and PD - with the Company's overall objectives. Collaborate closely with the CEO, CFO and executive team to define and execute the strategic objectives for the U.S. business unit. Implement programs and processes to meet operational and financial requirements, evaluate and report results. Operational Oversight Oversee all operational activities within the U.S. business unit, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in CP, Mold, and PD processes. Foster an environment of innovation and continuous improvement across all lines of business. Lead and facilitate department continuous improvement goals and objectives. Integrate corporate efforts, monitor and evaluate results, provide necessary resources, and develop strategic partnerships. Ensure that cost targets and delivery schedules are maintained, and profitability is achieved. Team Management Lead, mentor, and develop the management teams across CP, Mold, and PD, ensuring accountability and high performance. Establish clear performance metrics and KPIs for all areas of the business to drive results and enhance team collaboration. Maintain good communication, promote problem-solving, assign responsibilities, and provide training and mentoring to employees. Select and develop key operational executives and successors, assign accountabilities, set objectives, and establish priorities. Collaboration & Communication Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and communication to ensure alignment among teams and integration of efforts across all business areas. Act as the primary point of contact for all U.S. Operations business matters with the CEO, CFO and global executive leaders. Drive collaboration with all Columbia Group businesses, promoting U.S. product offerings sold and serviced in the Western Hemisphere. Provide board-level oversight and strategic direction as required. Serve our Customers Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to implement effective sales initiatives, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and customer needs. Foster strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders, identifying new market opportunities and expanding the customer base. Represent the Company to major customers within the U.S.; can include up to 25% domestic and international travel to build customer relationships. Responsible for driving and improving sales and marketing efforts across the U.S. business units. Establish critical service operations and productivity criteria for operations. Maintain cutting-edge operational processes by benchmarking leading practices, exploiting market channels, and ensuring quality service. Financial Management Drive the financial performance of the U.S. business unit by developing and implementing strategies to enhance profitability across all lines of business. Monitor financial metrics, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions to achieve profitability targets while optimizing operational efficiency. Forecast operational requirements, prepare an annual budget, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions. Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive financial performance while maintaining high-quality standards across all operations. Quality Management Establish and maintain a culture of quality throughout the U.S business unit, implementing quality assurance and control measures to meet or exceed customer expectations. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations related to product quality. Innovation Drive innovation initiatives across the three U.S. lines of business, promoting a culture of creativity and forward-thinking solutions. Collaborate with engineering and teams to introduce new technologies and processes that enhance product offerings and operational efficiency. Risk Management Maintain the Company's reputation by enforcing ethical business practices, complying with or influencing the development of laws and regulations. Identify and mitigate operational and financial risks across the U.S. business unit, ensuring business continuity and compliance with relevant regulations. Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence in all aspects of the business. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred. 10+ years of experience in a senior leadership role within a multinational engineering or manufacturing environment, with a proven track record of driving growth and operational excellence. Extensive experience in capital equipment sales, preferably in a similar industry, to effectively lead sales initiatives and support business growth. Extensive experience with ERP systems, CRM (Customer Relationship Management Software) required. Experience with CAD a plus. Interested in Learning More? 180one is a retained search firm and has been engaged by Columbia Machine to manage this search. If interested in learning more about the opportunity, please contact Tom Haley /503.334.1350/ tom@180one.com
By Catherine Landgraf October 1, 2024
180one is excited to announce the recent collaboration with Terra Dynamics, culminating in the successful placement of a new Chief Executive Officer! For over 35 years, Terra Dynamics (“TDI”) has delivered an environment of excellence to their clients through successful delivery of park and field construction, wetlands mitigation, landscape architecture, and greenspace enhancement projects. With experience in public works - and a commitment to quality, performance, and safety—Terra has secured one of the finest reputations in the industry. They lead the industry in innovation, application, technology and performance. The differences are the belief that one company should be everything you need in a commercial landscape construction contractor as well as the knowledge and experience to deliver the best to their clients. In 2023, Terra expanded their footprint with the acquisition of Paul Brothers Inc, a 3rd generation owned commercial landscaping company based in Boring, Oregon. Together these companies have a combined 85 years of experience delivering top quality projects while making a lasting impact on parks, playgrounds, schools and more around the Pacific Northwest. Congratulations to Terra Dynamics!
By Jenny Dillman December 5, 2023
180one is thrilled to announce the recent collaboration with Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative (OBRC), culminating in the successful placement of a new Chief Executive Officer. Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative (OBRC) is the industry steward of Oregon’s nationally recognized beverage container redemption program. We help keep Oregon beautiful by providing outstanding services to our partner distributors, retailers, and to the public for the recovery, reuse, and recycling of beverage containers. OBRC serves as a not-for-profit statewide operator with full vertical integration, making the co-op a major employer and providing more than 500 clean economy jobs in Oregon. Through our statewide fleet operations, OBRC collects more than 2 billion containers annually for recycling across a network of 2,000+ retail stores, 27 redemption centers, 90+ bag drop locations, and transports them for counting, sorting, and processing across 6 statewide processing centers preparing these containers for Grade-A domestic recycling. At a dime per container, the value of refunds adds up fast. This requires speed and accurate reimbursements for retailers and payments directly to consumers and nonprofits. OBRC manages the flow of deposits and container refunds, paying out over $200 million annually to Oregon consumers. No similar system in America has consumers and the beverage industry working so closely together to achieve outstanding results, and Oregon’s Bottle Bill is popular with consumers. OBRC is proud to serve as the industry steward of Oregon’s Bottle Bill ensuring Oregon’s beverage container redemption program continues to produce positive results for Oregonians and inspiring positive change beyond our borders as a model program across the globe. Congratulations to OBRC, and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!
October 27, 2023
180one is pleased to have collaborated with Relay Resources, a prominent nonprofit organization in Portland, in the recruitment of a new Chief Executive Officer. Following an extensive search in both nonprofit and for-profit sectors, Jennifer Luebke was selected for the role. Relay Resources is dedicated to fostering meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Instead of simply placing individuals in jobs, Relay Resources collaborates with its customers, identifying their business needs and delivering tailored solutions. The organization actively engages with a community of willing and able workers who have encountered challenges in securing consistent employment. Through training, job placements, and housing initiatives, Relay Resources empowers these individuals to lead more fulfilling and independent lives. Continuing our partnership with Relay Resources and other community-focused organizations in Portland, 180one is proud to contribute to the strengthening of our community. Congratulations to Relay Resources on this significant hire!
July 1, 2022
180one recently partnered with BASCO and are proud to announce the executive placement of a new President. If you’re in need of executive search services contact the top retained search firm in the pacific northwest 180one.  Our Company was founded by the Cronin family of Portland, Oregon who have been in business in the Pacific Northwest since 1878. Now a fifth-generation family-operated business, BASCO Appliances is Oregon’s premiere appliance retailer. BASCO has two showrooms, one located in the heart of Portland’s Pearl District, and one located in Lake Oswego, along with an Outlet Store. Each showroom features over a dozen live kitchen appliance displays where customers can inspect all of the working features. We carry over 60 brands including Viking, Thermador, Dacor, Miele and much more, plus BASCO is Oregon’s largest Wolf-Sub Zero-Cove dealer with many models currently on display in our showrooms. BASCO is the choice for homeowners undergoing a remodel, and for the building community serving the upper end markets.
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