Business Unit Leader

Business Unit Leader Purpose: The Business Unit Leader of our Pressure Management Team is responsible for the strategic and operational aspects of their respective business unit(s). This role ensures the delivery of high-quality services to customers, manages multiple teams, and drives business growth through effective planning, execution, and customer engagement.

Business Unit Leader Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic and operational plans for the respective business unit(s) while staying in alignment with organizational priorities to drive growth and sustainability.
• Oversee the day-to-day activities, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in processes and resource allocation.
• Lead the business unit(s) team to deliver high standards of performance, quality and safety, along with motivation and professional development opportunities.
• Ensure high quality customer service to maintain high customer satisfaction.
• Establish and maintain key customer relationships to ensure high levels of satisfaction. May visit customers when working on larger engagements to progress business objectives.
• Collaborate with outside sales to develop sales strategies for products and customers.
• Serves as the face of Applied Control; when interacting with Emerson through business unit reviews, and other meetings and interactions with Emerson.
• Is a “change champion” helping the teams to move forward in the face of changing market conditions, business conditions and situations that require change.
• Manage the financial performance of the business unit including budgeting and margin management.   
• Makes safety a priority within the business unit and enables a stop work authority mindset.
• Is a cross-functional partner to many other internal teams such as operations, accounting and human resources. Strives to think big picture and company first when working on cross-functional initiatives to optimize company performance.  
• Challenges status quo and works towards process improvement and innovative ways to serve the customers effectively.

Business Unit Leader Skills/Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field. MBA preferred.
• Significant leadership experience in relevant industry, with a proven track record of managing teams and driving business results. Prefer specific flow control, valve, control systems or automation experience.
• Extensive experience in sales, service, and organizational management.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and customer communication abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage composure while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to role model company values and lead with integrity.

Business Unit Leader Working Conditions: 

Includes working primarily in a professional office setting, with occasional assignments outside the office and in the field.  This position requires evening and weekend hours on an infrequent basis and up to 40% travel is required.

Business Unit Leader Compensation:  Base Wage Range:   $140,000 to $160,000 annually Prior work or industry experience as well as job-related education and unique skills will be taken into consideration when setting the wage rate. 

 Other Variable Compensation:  Eligible for participation in the annual profit share and bonus program, based on company and individual performance.

Business Unit Leader Benefits:  Health, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, 401(k) plan with employer match, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO), and a 9-80 work schedule which provides a three-day weekend every other week on average.

About Us: At Applied Control, employees enjoy a collaborative, team environment where we celebrate success and recognize and reward accomplishments.  Our expertise is backed by Emerson, a leader in global manufacturing and technology. With a team of highly skilled individuals developing unique cost-saving solutions for our clients in oil & gas, refining, power, life science, mining, chemical, food & beverage, and alternative fuels, we help the world run more efficiently.