STQ Partners · 2 days ago
Executive Vice President
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$250K/yr - $350K/yr
15+ years expSTQ Partners is seeking a dynamic and strategic Vice President to lead their US operations in the robotics and automation market. The successful candidate will be responsible for crafting and executing the national business strategy, focusing on sales, marketing, and operational excellence to achieve market leadership in the US.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Peter Brownley
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & P&L Management: Develop and implement the comprehensive US business strategy to achieve revenue, profitability, and market share objectives. Own P&L responsibility for the US region
Revenue Growth & Market Expansion: Drive all sales activities, including direct sales, key account management, and channel partner development. Identify and penetrate new vertical markets and applications to expand customer base
Team Building & Organizational Development: Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-caliber team across sales, applications engineering, service, and administrative functions. Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and customer-centricity
Customer & Partner Ecosystem: Serve as the ultimate point of escalation for key customers and strategic partners
Market Positioning & Brand Development: Collaborate with global marketing to tailor and execute powerful marketing and branding initiatives for the US market. Position the company as a premier technology and solutions provider
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with global product development, engineering, and manufacturing teams to represent US market needs and influence product roadmap and service offerings
Industry Advocacy: Represent the company at major industry events, trade associations, and with key media to enhance thought leadership and market visibility
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in the industrial automation or robotics, with at least 10 years in a senior executive role overseeing US operations
Demonstrated success in building and leading a national business unit with full P&L accountability in a B2B technology environment
Deep existing network and proven track record of selling complex, high-value solutions into manufacturing sectors such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, and general industry
Exceptional ability to develop and execute strategic business plans that result in significant revenue growth and market penetration
Strong experience in building and managing high-performing teams and a multi-tiered channel partner network
Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive presentation skills
Willingness to travel extensively (up to 50%) throughout the United States
Preferred
Japanese Speaking skills a major benefit
Benefits
Competitive executive compensation package
Performance-based bonus
Long-term incentives
Company
STQ Partners
STQ Partners is a global talent consultancy.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase