Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an executive leader for the role of Vice President (VP) for the Maritime business area. This position is pivotal to the company’s growth and success, and is accountable for the overall performance of the business, including strategy, financial results, program execution, customer satisfaction, talent development, and expansion within existing and adjacent markets. The VP reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer and manages a more than $100M Business Area as a Profit and Loss center. This role leads all activities required to deliver successful outcomes for current customers while identifying opportunities to expand the company’s presence within established customer relationships and closely related mission areas. This role partners with business development in establishing new customer relationship and executing a strategy for white space. The ideal candidate will embody both strategic and hands-on leadership, with proven experience in the Maritime community and a passion for guiding high-performing technical teams.
Responsibilities
P&L Ownership
- Own full business area financial performance, including revenue, profit, cash flow, and indirect spending.
- Develop and execute annual goal plans aligned to corporate objectives.
- Forecast business performance and proactively manage risks and opportunities.
- Drive margin improvement and operational efficiency.
- Achieve annual financial and operational performance targets.
Customer Leadership & Adjacent Growth
- Serve as the executive relationship owner for key customers within the business area.
- Maintain deep understanding of customer priorities, mission challenges, and future funding opportunities.
- Drive organic growth within existing customer accounts.
- Identify and pursue adjacent opportunities that leverage existing customer relationships, contract vehicles, capabilities, or mission knowledge.
- Partner with Enterprise Growth on capture activities and strategic pursuits.
- Provide market insight and customer intelligence to inform enterprise growth priorities.
- Serve as executive sponsor for priority recompetes, task orders, and expansion opportunities within the business area.
Program Delivery & Customer Success
- Ensure successful execution of all programs within the business area.
- Maintain accountability for contract performance, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction.
is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $200,000.00/Yr. - USD $300,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law.
provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
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