Divisional Director

Liebherr Group; Burlington; Hybrid; CAD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote work options

RRSP matching

Education allowance

Training opportunities

Benefits from day 1

Job summary

Liebherr-Canada Ltd. seeks a Divisional Director for Earthmoving Technology to lead EMT sales, service, parts, and remanufacturing across Canada.

You will drive customer development, strategic initiatives, and profitability while aligning with Liebherr-Canada's broader goals. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will translate objectives into actionable Canadian market strategies, manage forecasting, liquidity and performance, and collaborate cross-functionally with divisions and factory

Qualifications

• College diploma in Business Management or equivalent
• 10+ years of senior leadership experience required
• Experience managing sales, service, parts, and remanufacturing functions
• Proven ability in forecasting, liquidity, and asset management
• Fluent in English; professional proficiency in French beneficial

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic and operational management of EMT division functions (sales, service, parts, remanufacturing) in Canada.
• Translate divisional objectives into measurable strategies and targets for the Canadian market.
• Oversee forecasting, asset management, liquidity, and P&L performance.
• Develop and execute sales and marketing strategies to grow revenue and market share.
• Collaborate across divisions and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and change.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Sales leadership

Forecasting

P&L management

Data analytics

CRM skills

Bilingual English/French

Education

College diploma in Business Management

Tools

Excel

BI Tools

CRM software

Job description

The Divisional Director - Earthmoving Technology provides strategic and operational leadership for all sales, service, parts, and remanufacturing functions within the EMT division. The role drives customer development, strategic sales and marketing initiatives, forecasting, asset management, liquidity, and profit and loss performance. Working collaboratively across divisions, the Divisional Director champions the Liebherr-Canada Ltd. business culture while maximizing profitability across Canada. Reporting to the Managing Director, Sales and Customer Service, the role translates EMT objectives into actionable strategies for the Canadian market and aligns divisional priorities with the broader goals of Liebherr-Canada Ltd.

Responsibilities

Strategic and Operational Leadership

• Lead the strategic and operational management of sales, service, parts, and remanufacturing functions within the EMT division.
• Translate divisional objectives into measurable strategies, operational plans, and performance targets for the Canadian market.
• Lead forecasting, asset management, liquidity, and profit and loss management for the division.
• Use data and business intelligence to evaluate performance, adjust strategy, and drive continuous improvement.

Sales, Marketing and Market Development

• Develop and execute sales and marketing strategies with clear revenue growth and market share objectives.
• Identify opportunities to diversify beyond traditional market strongholds and develop entry strategies for new markets and key accounts.
• Strengthen customer relationships and use CRM tools to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Build and leverage relationships with customers, suppliers, internal stakeholders, and Liebherr factory contacts.

Performance and Resource Management

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators for customer service, quality, safety, reliability, and profitability.
• Develop resource plans and timelines that identify future workforce and competency requirements.
• Apply analytical insights to support resource allocation, operational improvements, and informed decision-making.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate across divisions and shared services to advance divisional and company objectives.
• Implement structured communication plans with regular updates, feedback mechanisms, and team engagement strategies.
• Influence and negotiate effectively with stakeholders to advocate for divisional priorities and requirements.

Leadership, Culture and Talent Development

• Coach, develop, and motivate a high-performing team while fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment.
• Establish measures to evaluate employee development initiatives, including training completion and employee feedback.
• Integrate Liebherr core values into daily operations and decision making.
• Lead change initiatives using disciplined continuous improvement approaches, including Agile or Lean methodologies where appropriate.

Competencies

• College diploma in Business Management, Business Administration, or post-secondary technical training.
• Equivalent education and relevant industry experience may be considered.
• 10+ years of relevant executive or senior leadership experience.
• Demonstrated leadership of sales, service, parts, and operational functions.
• Experience managing profit and loss, forecasting, assets, and liquidity.
• Extensive knowledge of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and the competitive land-scape.
• Proven success developing customers, markets, key accounts, and stakeholder networks.
• Experience leading change and continuous improvement initiatives in a complex organiza-tion.
• Experience coaching and developing diverse, inclusive, and high-performing teams.
• Strategic Sales and Marketing Leadership
• Profit and Loss Management
• Forecasting, Liquidity and Asset Management
• Market Development and Key Account Strategy
• Customer Relationship Management
• Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
• KPI Development and Performance Management
• Resource and Workforce Planning
• Change Management, Agile and Lean Methodologies
• Microsoft Excel and Business Intelligence Tools
• Professional proficiency in English and French is essential.
• Revenue growth and market share performance.
• Divisional profitability and profit and loss performance.
• Forecast accuracy, liquidity, and asset management.
• Customer service, quality, safety, and reliability outcomes.
• Growth in new markets and key accounts.
• Employee development participation and effectiveness.
• Cross-functional collaboration and communication effectiveness.

Our Offer

• Competitive wages
• Extensive benefits with employer paid premiums starting day 1
• Hybrid or remote work opportunities for select roles*
• Paid vacation starting at 3 weeks PLUS 6 dedicated family, health and wellness days
• 6% employer RRSP matching
• $3000 annual allowance for continuing education
• International training & development work opportunities for select roles*
• And much more!

Liebherr Canada Ltd. is committed to provide a diverse, inclusive, safe and dignified work environment for all employees, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other aspect of their identity.

Please note the following:

• We do not use AI to screen resumes.
• Every application is reviewed directly by a human talent acquisition specialist.
• This position is for an existing vacancy.

One Passion. Many Opportunities.

The Company

The Liebherr Group has represented leading-edge technical products and services for more than 70 years and has proudly serviced Canadian customers directly since 1973. Liebherr-Canada Ltd. has 11 branch locations across Canada providing sales, service and product support for equipment in the construction, mining, material handling, crane, aerospace and transportation industries.

Location

Liebherr-Canada Ltd.
1015 Sutton Drive
L7L 5Z8 Burlington, ON
Canada (CA)

Contact

Dure Najif
[e-mail]