LAK Group

About the Company

A trusted partner. An expert guide. An experienced ally. At LAK Group we pride ourselves on being all three. For more than 40 years, the LAK Group has been helping people and companies that are out of sync get back in rhythm by transforming careers, cultures, and organizations throughout North America. We take clients on a journey of personal and organizational discovery, all to help them become better leaders, more successful, and more fulfilled. Through individually tailored solutions, the LAK Group has helped a variety of clients in healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, distribution, insurance, consumer packaged goods and bioscience to shape their company cultures, align and implement effective talent strategies, identify and develop leaders, and support those in career transition. The LAK Group is comprised of three divisions focusing on Talent Management, Career Management, and Workforce Management including Spano Pratt Executive Search (https://spanopratt.com). For more information, visit our website: transforming careers.com

Listed Jobs

Company Name

LAK Group

Job Title

Vice President of North America

Job Description

**Job Title** Vice President of North America **Role Summary** Senior regional executive responsible for defining and executing strategic direction, driving sales growth, profitability, and market share across the United States and Canada for a global wear and surface protection company. Leads cross‑functional teams, oversees multi‑site manufacturing operations, and maintains financial discipline and operational excellence. **Expectations** - Deliver measurable results in sales, profit, and market share. - Lead with strategic clarity and adaptability. - Foster strong communication and collaboration across functions. - Ensure accurate forecasting, budgeting, and P&L accountability. - Travel up to 70 % domestically and 10 % internationally. **Key Responsibilities** - Develop and implement regional strategy and annual operating plan. - Plan and manage realistic forecasts, budgets, and financial reporting. - Drive sales activities to achieve market share growth. - Lead several manufacturing sites in the U.S. & Canada, overseeing production, quality, and delivery. - Guide new product introductions and continuous improvement initiatives. - Manage risk mitigation strategies and P&L results. - Build, mentor, and evaluate high‑performance sales and operations teams. - Communicate candidly with senior leadership, cross‑functional teams, and customers. **Required Skills** - Strategic planning and execution. - Cross‑functional leadership and team building. - Service‑oriented sales management (15+ years). - Financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, P&L analysis. - Strong communication and influencing abilities. - Operations management in high‑volume automated manufacturing. - Product launch and aftermarket service expertise. - Problem‑solving, innovation, and risk management. - Willingness to travel extensively. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Chemistry, or Metallurgy. - Proven track record of progressive leadership in service sales and operations.

Milwaukee, United states

On site

Senior

14-01-2026