Senior Director, General Manager, Gas Purification Systems
About the role
For our client, we are seeking a Senior Director, General Manager, Gas Purification Systems to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space. This role will provide overall leadership for a business focused on driving operational performance, growth, and customer value in a highly technical manufacturing environment. The position will partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Product Development, and global teams to align strategy, execution, and delivery. You will also guide product direction, strengthen customer relationships, and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Location: San Luis Obispo, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals
- Establish a customer-focused operating culture through process-driven leadership
- Develop and execute a comprehensive growth strategy aligned with business objectives
- Leverage market insights to guide strategy and product roadmaps
- Align forecasts with Sales and Marketing for reliable customer delivery
- Monitor performance metrics to consistently exceed business goals
- Oversee new product development projects for timely, market-aligned solutions
- Build strong relationships with global teams, customers, and partners
- Mentor and develop team members, identifying high-potential individuals
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field; MBA preferred
- 15+ years of management experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role with P&L responsibility
- Proven experience in product management, engineering, and product development
- Success scaling businesses with $200M+ in revenue, ideally with global operations
- Background in semiconductor process equipment or related markets
- Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence metrics
- Hands-on experience managing customer relationships and articulating product value
- Experience in publicly traded or private equity-owned organizations
Pay
Compensation: $240,000 – $300,000 annually
Benefits
- Generous 401(K) plan with strong employer match
- Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance packages
- Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year
- Paid time off (PTO) policy for recharging
- Education assistance to support learning journeys
- Values-driven culture centered around People, Accountability, Creativity, and Excellence