AGSE · 3 days ago
Associate Director Projects & Growth Initiatives
Santa Fe Springs, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $160K/yr
7+ years expAGSE is seeking an Associate Director of Projects and Growth Initiatives to drive and ensure the successful implementation of strategic projects. This hands-on role involves leading projects, fostering innovation, and achieving business goals set by the COO, with a focus on global growth initiatives.
Machinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic advisor and support team members to the COO on global expansion, including, but not limited to, entity formations, entity registrations, and related treasury relationship establishments
Global Entity Corporate Maintenance for the entire business enterprise that may include up to 30 entities
Support initiatives and projects related to manufacturing expansion in Europe and service centers globally
Merger and Acquisition support efforts, including lead generation, interfacing with brokers, PE firms, support functions with IOI and LOI, SPA or APA, and due diligence
Support functions and projects related to joint venture arrangements
Support the COO and executive management team on oversight of cross-value stream projects, including updates on ERP implementation, supply chain arrangements, and operational efficiency initiatives
Perform cost estimates, budget control, and critical path scheduling
Identify and provide potential resolutions to problems, project changes, and resource constraints, escalating to senior management as necessary
Communicate planning project status, issues, and risks to the executive team to maintain clear visibility and roadmap to delivery timelines
Partner with all stakeholders to ensure seamless cross-functional execution
Supporting any projects as may be established
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
7+ years of progressive experience in technical accounting, finance, or operational roles, including at least 2 years in a project management role
Strong background in cross functional corporate and operational environment
Ability to operate without any direct reports. This is a hands-on role
Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills
Proficiency with financial software and systems (e.g., ERP, Excel, Power BI tools)
Travel requirements, both domestic and internationally, up to 8%
Preferred
Master's degree / MBA
Cross-functional experience, corporate, operations, and M&A
Familiarity with international operations, trade compliance, or multi-entity reporting and corporate formation structures
Experience with the manufacturing industry and continuous improvement initiatives
Prior Experience with Epicor ERP software
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching 100% up to 5% of compensation
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
FSA “Flexible Spending Account”
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Company
AGSE
AGSE is a leader in the development and manufacture of innovative ground support equipment and tooling.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
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