ROL Group · 2 days ago
Managing Director
ROL Group is a company that enables inspiring, integrated, and sustainable environments. They are seeking a proven Managing Director to lead their North American business, mobilizing cross-functional teams and driving profitable growth while elevating operational excellence.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Set direction and deliver results
Develop and execute regional strategies and comprehensive business plans that translate group goals into measurable outcomes. Provide clear, data-driven advice to the CEO on North American opportunities and risks
Run the business
Own P&L delivery and oversee performance across operations, commercial, and enabling functions—covering financial results, investments, and venture decisions. Establish robust capital and resource management disciplines
Elevate operations
Manage site and divisional processes to meet targets in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability. Execute an operational strategy that achieves industry-leading performance and standardizes key ways of working
Lead change and projects
Drive cross-ROL initiatives that support group strategies, champion continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Build leadership and culture
Strengthen organizational capability - assess and develop leaders, coach operational managers, recognize performance, and address issues early. Foster a high-trust environment with employees, stakeholders, partners, and authorities. Act as ROL's senior spokesperson in the region
Qualification
Required
Executive leadership experience as Managing Director/GM or similar senior role with multi-site scope and full P&L accountability (3–5+ years)
Industry background: 5–10+ years leading sales or marketing in the office furniture/workplace solutions sector (or adjacent contract interiors)
Strategy to execution: Demonstrated success in developing strategic and business plans and turning them into consistent operational results
Communication skills: Demonstrated ability to communicate key information across all levels of the organization, with an ability to tailor the message to the audience
Financial fluency: Strong grasp of corporate finance, KPIs, and value creation levers
People leadership: Outstanding communication, stakeholder management, and team-building skills; proven ability to coach leaders and scale talent
Judgment & problem solving: Analytical, structured, and decisive with a track record of tackling complex challenges
Education: BSc/BA in Business or related field (MSc/MA preferred)
Mobility: Ability to travel ~30% domestically and internationally; valid passport required
Preferred
MSc/MA in Business or related field
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Company
ROL Group
ROL is a global company offering a range of products and services that enable inspiring and integrated environments where we live, work, shop and socialize.
Funding
Current Stage
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