Vice President, Hot Tapping & Isolation

About the role

At TDW we put people first - that means working everyday to ensure the pipelines that run through our communities are operating safely and reliably. What sets us apart is our expertise, experience and commitment.

Each day we dedicate ourselves to treating each other, our customers and our community with care and respect.

Mission

The Business Line Vice President role is an executive position responsible for leading the Hot Tapping and Isolation business line across multiple regions globally. The role carries a global footprint, with major operations in 12 countries serving customers in more than 100 countries, and an organization of approximately 730 employees.

The Business Line Vice President drives growth and profitability of the Hot Tapping and Isolation business line, developing and executing strategic plans, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role is a key contributor to the overall strategic direction of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy Development: Develop and implement the business line's long-term strategic plans, including market analysis, competitive positioning, and growth opportunities.
• P&L Management: Manage the business line's financial performance, including revenue, margins, the balance sheet with cash flow and inventory, and expenses on the P&L, with a key focus on meeting or exceeding financial targets.
• Leadership: Provide strong leadership and guidance to the organization's leadership team and employees, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Safety and Quality: Instill a strong safety and quality culture through accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Change Management: Lead change management initiatives that support business growth, expansion, or transformation.
• Product Development: Lead the development of new products, features, and services, ensuring they align with the company's overall strategy and meet customer needs.
• Sales: Guide and hold accountable the sales teams to develop and execute go-to-market strategies, including pricing, positioning, and promotion, to drive revenue growth. Establish relationships with key customers at the executive level.
• Operations Management: Oversee the operational functions of the business line, including internationally dispersed manufacturing, service operations and delivery, engineering, and customer support, to ensure efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Talent Management: Attract and retain top talent, build high-performing teams, and provide mentorship and career development opportunities to employees.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, partners, and the Board of Managers.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
• 15+ years of general management and leadership experience.
• Substantial P&L experience with a proven track record of meeting and/or exceeding financial goals.
• Strong international business experience.
• Services or Manufacturing experience required.

Core Competencies

To excel in this role, the Vice President, Hot Tapping & Isolation should possess the seven leadership attributes expected from all TDW leaders, along with:

• A high level of energy to connect and build relationships.
• The ability to embrace and lead others through change.
• A resounding enthusiasm for our customers, paired with humility and authenticity.
• A high level of comfort with communication, business acumen, and financial acumen.
• The drive to develop a deep understanding of the business unit's operations and industry.
• Experience building and managing international teams, navigating complex organizational structures, and driving revenue growth and profitability.
• Strong experience in manufacturing and an understanding of the financial drivers that lead to success.
• A strategic mindset, with the ability to identify and implement innovative solutions that drive business success.

Behaviors and Values

• This leader exemplifies TDW's behaviors and core values.
• Behaviors include OneTDW, ensures accountability, collaborates, maintains customer focus (internal and external), communicates effectively, and develops self and others.
• Values include integrity, interdependence, and initiative.

*This position is considered Non-DOT, safety sensitive.