Business Unit Manager

Company: US Cargo Systems
Location: Goldsboro
Posted on: March 4, 2025

Job Description:

Summary of Position: --The Business Unit Manager (BUM) is responsible for business results (profit and loss, meeting annual plan, and growth in the value for a business). The scope of this position includes leadership of a cross-functional business unit team (sales, operations, engineering, quality), new business generation, proposal preparation, bookings (orders), Profit and Loss accountability, developing and maintaining customer relationships, establishing the yearly business plan, overseeing operating activities to ensure good customer service and cost objectives are met, contract negotiation among other business-related duties.--Responsible for the direction, coordination, and evaluation of the business unit, specifically focusing on generating profitable new business, maximizing value pricing, and driving operational performance.----Duties and Responsibilities: --Lead cross-functional business unit team to meet sales, profit, and new business goals.Development of annual and long-term business plans for the business unit.Development of sales and marketing plan to drive new business to meet business unit goals.Oversight of sales staff as necessary to support business growth and customer retention.Oversight and involvement in cost estimation process to ensure cost accuracy and appropriate pricing.Customer meetings and sales calls to support new business growth and resolve customer issues.Prioritization and coordination of engineering activities in support of the business unit goals. Coordinate new business activities between the customer and USCS engineering.Oversee Operations activities to ensure cost goals are met, customer needs are prioritized, and quality issues are resolved.Prepare reports and present business unit results and metrics to company senior management.Attend product demonstrations, shows, and other events as necessary.Travel requirements will be approximately 30-40%All other duties as assigned Core Competencies:Leadership abilitiesUnderstanding of the details of creating real valueGood business sense/judgmentCritical problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and ability to demonstrate strategic initiativeAction-orientedStrong communication skills (verbal and written) Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations; listens and seeks clarification; responds well to questions; and demonstrates individual/group presentation skillsTake ownership of their performance and their team's performanceResults-orientedManage and prioritize multiple programs to maximize value creation Education and/or Experience:Bachelor's degree required (technical discipline preferred)MBA Preferred7 or more combined years of experience in Sales, Operations, and/or EngineeringPrevious team management experience is a strong plusAerospace or Industrial experience is strongly preferredInternational sales and business experience is a plusAbility to drive results from current and prior positionsValid Passport is requiredMust be authorized to work in the U.S.--Business Unit Strategy: --The Business Unit is cross-functional, so the team can focus their resources directly on the customer's needs. There is no bureaucracy to get in the way. The resources reside in each team and are deployed by the Business Unit Manager to maximize their effectiveness. The business unit team is nimble and fast, able to match our resources to the customers in real time. The business unit team has proven to be the engine that grows the company.--The business unit team is led by the Business Unit Manager (BUM). This is considered the primary development position for senior leaders across the corporation. Each quarter, the BUM presents their results to the senior corporate staff (CEO, CFO, COO, EVP, and other Portfolio Company Presidents). Direct access to senior leadership provides excellent learning opportunities and exposure for BUMs in concert with succession planning and development of this role.--This is the key job in the company for promotion to senior management positions.PI20eaabf5fbda-25660-37060375

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