Provide technical leadership and governance across the enterprise, supporting all Business Units (BUs) and partnering with Engineering, Manufacturing/Operations, Procurement, and Quality to deliver reliable, scalable, differentiated, and cost-effective contact surface technologies. Manage, coach, and develop a global team of SMEs in Metals, Tribology, and Plating/Surface Finishes; balance 3-5 year roadmap execution with near-term, request-driven support, while setting priorities across multiple BUs and time zones.