Chief Business Officer

Description

• Engaging in and understanding the Chairman’s desired state for GVW Group’s portfolio of companies
• Implementing and managing operating policies and processes to execute on Chairman’s vision
• Translating strategic C-suite goals into a tangible working reality for employees; proactively share and discuss strategic options (e.g., organic growth, M&A)
• Develop and execute on the analysis of various business initiatives (e.g., opening new operations, asset acquisition, new product and/or service launches, disposition of non-performing areas, etc.)
• Challenging C-suite and CEO opinions, while also being a trusted advisor
• Ensure and manage compliance with all internal and external stakeholders and agencies
• Continue to improve and enhance very effective RONA and cash flow machine
• Measuring the impact of new policies and processes to ensure on-the-ground results are in sync with the desired results
• Achieving specific, targeted goals for each business unit based on the strategic plan for the entire portfolio
• Building a culture of accountability at the business and personal level, by leadership and example
• Setting up appropriate performance targets, monitoring of progress and KPI reporting to leadership to support overall corporate strategy
• Aligning resources and finding synergies within operations to enhance the entire portfolio
• Implementing appropriate reward and recognition models
• Setting up appropriate organizational structures by innovating existing business model by linking market developments back to operations
• Continuously enforce the value system of the company (e.g., leading by motivation and engagement, “walk the talk “)
• Creating a framework for the companies’ innovation processes (e.g., by engaging workforce, clients and suppliers)

• Accountability, and the ability to inspire accountability in others.
• An ability to learn rapidly, solve problems dynamically, unite diverse opinions, drive results, and build relationships with business partners.
• Demonstrated success in a dynamic holding company with deep operating experience or lead finance role in highly complex dynamic fast paced business environment.
• High energy and drive to create an environment of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Organized, methodical handling of a wide range of responsibilities.
• Outstanding skills in both understanding and interpreting financial statements (income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement), and financial modeling skills.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, interacting effectively with all levels within the company.
• Executive presence in verbal and written presentation skills; able to communicate complex financial and accounting concepts to non-finance personnel.
• Highly motivated and driven behaviors, able to manage multiple high priority projects simultaneously; exceptionally strong work ethic.
• Strong people management skills in a multicultural organization.
• Commitment to excellence, personally demands excellence in every aspect of the position, intentional focus on what could have been done better vs. what was done well.
• Strategic thinking, knows how to apply knowledge of business and organization in decision-making, understands the interaction of multiple functions and how they are impacted by decisions. Views decisions in context of company, not just own position or functional team.
• An ability to achieve goals through influencing, partnering and developing productive relationships with senior leadership and line managers across the business.
• Hands on approach balanced with big picture understanding – can transition quickly from tactical to strategic.

• BS in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance
• Preference given to candidates with CFO experience or executive level business operations experience
• A minimum of 20 years of experience with increasing responsibilities
• Experience in business process design and improvement required
• Demonstrates multiple project management experiences, with a proven track record of meeting tight deadlines on budget
• Good general business savvy and exposure to a variety of businesses