The President of Wood Stone serves as Chief Culture Officer, responsible for setting the company's vision, of inspiring great experiences through amazing food; leading strategic direction; and driving operational excellence. This role serves as the face of the organization, aligning all business functions to achieve sustainable growth, innovation, profitability, and industry leadership.
We seek a dynamic leader who combines visionary thinking with operational expertise, financial acumen, and deep knowledge of the food equipment manufacturing sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Vision
- Develop and execute the company's long-term strategic plan with measurable goals aligned to market trends and growth objectives
- Drive innovation culture to maintain a robust product pipeline and identify emerging market opportunities
- Establish strategic partnerships and expand market presence in new and existing segments
Operations & Performance
- Oversee daily operations across all departments to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and operational excellence
- Lead financial performance, including P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow optimization, and profitability enhancement
- Implement risk management strategies and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Leadership & Culture
- Build and mentor a high-performing executive leadership team with focus on talent development and succession planning
- Foster a culture of integrity, collaboration, accountability, and high performance aligned with company values
- Serve as primary company spokesperson to stakeholders, customers, partners, media, and community
Governance & Stakeholder Relations
- Collaborate effectively with parent company leadership and provide transparent board reporting on performance and strategic initiatives
- Allocate capital strategically to maximize growth, efficiency, and return on investment
- Manage key stakeholder relationships and represent the company at industry events
Required Qualifications:
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred)
- Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience with at least 5 years in executive roles
- 10-15 years of experience in food service equipment or manufacturing industries
Proven Track Record
- Demonstrated success driving profitable growth and executing business strategies
- Experience leading strategic planning, operations, finance, and sales functions
- Background in corporate governance, stakeholder management, and regulatory compliance
- Expertise in negotiations, change management, and innovation leadership
Essential Skills & Attributes:
Leadership Excellence
- Exceptional ability to inspire and mobilize teams with high emotional intelligence and cultural agility
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills across all organizational levels
Strategic Thinking
- Visionary mindset with strong strategic planning and execution capabilities
- Decisive problem-solving abilities and sound judgment under pressure
Business Acumen
- Advanced financial expertise and adaptability in rapidly evolving markets
- Entrepreneurial drive with fearless approach to innovation and competitive positioning
- Results-oriented mindset with unwavering integrity and transparency
Wood Stone is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.