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Andersen Corporation · 2 days ago

Director, Business Unit Leader

Bayport, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$144K/yr - $231K/yr

Andersen Corporation is a leading company in the window and door industry, dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences. The Director, Business Unit Leader will drive the organization’s strategic vision and operational excellence, focusing on market growth, product management, and P&L ownership.

Building MaterialHome DecorManufacturingWindowsWood Processing

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Own and shape business strategy based on forward-looking insights, scenario planning, and market orientation

Demonstrate anticipatory intelligence—consistently scan the horizon for evolving customer needs, disruptive forces, and macroeconomic shifts

Define and refine differentiated value propositions that resonate with target customers and position the BU for long-term relevance

Champion voice of customer integration across all functions

Embed market and customer intimacy into product development, service models, and commercial strategies

Drive innovation that creates value—balancing breakthrough opportunities with practical delivery and risk management

Full P&L ownership, with an emphasis on optimizing for sustainable margin and growth

Translate operational decisions into clear financial outcomes

Exercise disciplined trade-off management between short-term performance and long-term enterprise value

Construct clear commercial and financial arguments to support investment, pricing, and resource decisions

Operationalize strategic intent through structured operating models and performance management systems

Build and maintain operating disciplines that drive precision, accountability, and continuous improvement

Ensure rigorous execution through performance metrics, dashboards, and cross-functional governance

Approach talent as a strategic asset—identify, develop, and deploy high-potential individuals to maximize business impact

Architect organizational structures aligned to strategic priorities

Foster a culture of trust, growth, and succession readiness

Lead through humility and expertise, creating space for others to thrive

Operate with an enterprise-first mindset—prioritize shared success over silo wins

Lead and align cross-functional teams across Finance, R&D, Operations, Sales, Marketing, HR, and IT to deliver integrated business outcomes

Serve as the connective tissue between functions—translating strategy into coordinated execution across the organization

Drive accountability and cohesion across matrixed teams to ensure clarity, speed, and impact in decision-making and delivery

Model and foster meaningful connections internally and externally to build community, alignment, and results

Champion and lead transformation efforts with clarity and conviction

Inspire and mobilize teams through purpose-driven narratives and transparent communication

Embody and reinforce company values—humility, ownership, meaningful connection, and expertise—through daily decisions and behaviors

Make timely, high-stakes decisions balancing data, intuition, and context

Maintain clarity in high-pressure situations

Demonstrate decision velocity with discipline, integrity, and courage

Qualification

P&L ownershipMarket dynamics understandingAccount managementCross-functional team leadershipCustomer-focused innovationVendor managementOperational executionCommunication skillsRelationship buildingTeam mentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Proven success in account management roles spanning sales, marketing, product management, and retail merchandising

Working knowledge of national retail account operations and vendor management

Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving alignment across stakeholders

Track record of delivering business growth and innovation in customer-focused environments

Deep understanding of market dynamics, financial drivers, and operational execution

Proven ability to build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams

Preferred

Strong ability to build trust and long-term relationships through demonstrated credibility and competence

Willingness and ability to learn residential construction practices and Andersen product specifications

Excellent presentation and communication skills in both individual and group settings

Benefits

401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching

Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave

Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

PROFIT SHARING: In 2025 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,500 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate Profit Sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

Company

Andersen Corporation

Glassdoor4.2

For more than 121 years, Andersen has designed, manufactured, and marketed premium windows and doors.

Founded in 1903

Bayport, Minnesota, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.andersenwindows.com

H1B Sponsorship

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