Head of MPG Americas

2 weeks ago


Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Messer Americas Full time

Job Summary:

The Regional Director of Americas has direct accountability for the profit and loss in Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Chile, and the Caribbean, and will oversee all activities. This is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production, delivery, and growth.

Why Messer Americas?

Messer Americas is a leading industrial gases company with a strong commitment to safety, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We offer a stable and inclusive work environment with diverse opportunities for growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement the industrial gases strategy to drive safety, productivity, profitable growth, and customer service excellence, through management of Country General Managers.
  • Responsible for all country activities, ensuring adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards while optimizing utilization and operating costs.
  • Responsible for commercial achievement and identifying/implementing strategic growth opportunities.
  • Monitor financial performance, budgets, and cash flow, and take corrective actions as needed.

Leadership & Operations:

  • Set the HSEQ example for the countries
  • Analyze market trends, industry developments, and competitive landscape to identify opportunities and threats.
  • Lead the Country GMs in setting organizational goals, making major decisions, managing CAPE, building business cases, and allocating resources effectively.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive organizational culture that promotes innovation, collaboration, and ethical business practices.
  • Ensure robust business continuity plans are in place to mitigate disruptions and other operational risks.
  • Identify opportunities for synergies and implement best practices across regions to improve efficiency and consistency.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards.
  • Represent the company to stakeholders, including shareholders, board members, customers, partners, and regulatory bodies.
  • Focus teams on execution, pricing, productivity, and growth.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or relevant business field; Advanced degree in business administration, engineering, or a related field is typically preferred.
  • 15+ years of relevant experience.
  • Proven experience in executive leadership roles, preferably in the industrial gas or related industries.
  • Strong strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of business operations, finance, and industry-specific regulations.
  • Ability to challenge the status quo and improve processes/programs.
  • Strength in problem-solving, issue-resolution, ability to work in a deadline-driven work environment, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
  • Extensive travel is required. Estimate approximately 50% travel.


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