DescriptionResponsibilities & Expectations: Strategic Leadership & Financial Performance- Own full P&L responsibility across multiple U.S. service centers, aligning sales, operations, engineering, and customer service functions to deliver consistent top-line growth and margin expansion.
- Develop and execute multi-year strategic growth plans and Annual Operating Plans (AOP) that increase revenue and EBITDA performance year-over-year, positioning the business for scalable expansion and long-term valuation.
- Monitor and manage financial dashboards tracking growth metrics, backlog conversion, and cash flow, ensuring proactive course correction and consistent achievement of financial targets.
- Lead integration of new acquisitions in parallel with organic growth initiatives, ensuring seamless operational and cultural alignment.
Operational Excellence- Champion Lean principles and continuous improvement (CIPS) practices to standardize operations, improve cost structure, and unlock efficiencies that reduce SG&A while increasing organizational effectiveness.
- Optimize resource allocation across the service center network to maximize efficiency and profitability.
- Analyze financial and operational data to identify improvement opportunities and implement best practices that enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Engage cross-functional technical resources to ensure delivery of quality products and services consistent with Protection & Controls Group standards.
Team Development & Organizational Leadership- Lead, develop, and inspire a team of 200+ employees nationwide, serving as a servant leader who models the values and behaviors expected at every level of the organization.
- Implement succession planning and leadership pipeline programs that strengthen organizational bench depth and mitigate key-person risk.
- Recruit, develop, and retain top talent with a focus on building engagement, driving accountability, and creating clear pathways for career growth.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and performance-driven culture with well-defined objectives and shared ownership of results.
- Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization - from executive leadership and field personnel to customers and external stakeholders.
Qualifications and Competencies: - 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in a multi-site industrial services, electrical, or power/controls environment, with demonstrated P&L ownership.
- Proven track record of driving revenue growth, EBITDA improvement, and operational transformation at scale.
- Deep expertise in Protection & Controls, power distribution, or related technical disciplines strongly preferred.
- Experience leading large, geographically distributed teams (150+ employees) with demonstrated success in talent development and succession planning.
- Proficiency in Lean, continuous improvement methodologies, and operating system deployment (e.g., CIPS or equivalent).
- Strong financial acumen with the ability to translate data into actionable strategy.
- Excellent communication, executive presence, and relationship-building skills.
What Success Looks Like - Year-over-year revenue and EBITDA growth aligned with AOP targets.
- A unified, high-performing team with strong engagement scores and a clear leadership pipeline.
- Operationally excellent service centers delivering consistent quality, safety, and customer outcomes.
- A Protection & Controls Group positioned as the market leader - recognized by customers, talent, and the broader organization for its culture, performance, and impact
You'll thrive at IPS if you... •
Lead with integrity and prioritize safety. You demonstrate high standards and commit to a safe, ethical workplace.
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Value teamwork and accountability. You work well with others, take responsibility, serve others, and deliver on your commitments.
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Focus on the customer. You are dedicated to providing an unmatched customer experience and exceeding expectations.
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Have an entrepreneurial spirit. You're proactive, innovative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
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Communicate effectively and with purpose. You keep everyone informed with clear, concise communication.
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Stay curious and love to learn. You continuously seek new knowledge and grow personally and professionally.
Benefits: - Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k Employer Match
- Bonus Incentives
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- And more!
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