DVP, Business Manager, Alphasense

AMETEK; Great Notley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK is looking for a DVP, Business Manager for Alphasense in Great Notley, UK. This strategic role requires strong financial leadership and oversight of sales, marketing, and operational excellence. Candidates should have significant global management experience and a track record in driving revenue growth.

The position demands a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and an MBA is preferred. The successful candidate will help identify new market opportunities and lead innovative product development while fostering a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial markets.
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive global management experience.
• Track record delivering revenue growth and operational KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Own P&L and Balance Sheet accountability.
• Achieve order, revenue, and shipment targets.
• Identify new markets and expansion opportunities.

Skills

Financial acumen

Leadership

Strategic agility

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM, Business Administration, Finance

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

AMETEK MOCON is seeking a strategic and results-driven leader to serve as DVP, Business Manager for Alphasense, a global leader in gas sensor technology for safety, industrial process, and environmental monitoring markets. This role carries full P&L responsibility and oversees all aspects of the business—including Sales, Marketing, Operations, Engineering, and Strategic Growth Initiatives. The opportunity has strong potential to double the size of the business, with upside to significantly strengthen MOCON in overall scale.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership

• Own P&L and Balance Sheet accountability.
• Develop monthly forecasts and annual operating budgets.
• Manage working capital and ensure alignment with financial goals.

Commercial Excellence

• Achieve order, revenue, and shipment targets.
• Design and manage Sales Incentive Plans (SIPs).
• Lead and coach global sales teams across direct and indirect channels.

Customer Service & Aftermarket

• Ensure exceptional customer support for service and parts.
• Drive aftermarket revenue growth through innovative tools (e-commerce, remote diagnostics).
• Implement training programs to enhance customer engagement.

Strategic Growth & Marketing

• Identify new markets and expansion opportunities.
• Develop and execute marketing strategies and communications.
• Evaluate M&A opportunities to strengthen portfolio and enter adjacent markets.

Innovation & Product Development

• Oversee new product development (NPD) and product sustainability initiatives.
• Optimize engineering processes for efficiency and innovation.
• Lead NPD reviews using AMETEK Business System tools.

Operational Excellence

• Deliver on shipment targets and operational KPIs.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean, Kaizen, and other methodologies.
• Implement best practices across supply chain and procurement.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Foster a high-performance, inclusive culture aligned with AMETEK values.
• Attract, retain, and develop top talent.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and recognition to drive engagement and results.

Executive Reporting

• Prepare and present forecasts, strategic plans, and performance updates.
• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual reviews with BU, Division, and Executive Office leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree (Preferred).
• Experience in industrial markets.
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive global management experience.
• Strong financial acumen and proven ability to lead change management initiatives.
• Global, multi-functional leadership experience.
• Experience in OEM manufacturing and GTM strategies.
• Track record delivering revenue growth and operational KPIs through cross-functional leadership (Sales, Operations, Engineering).
• Global sales channel management experience.

Compensation

Currency: GBP

Salary Minimum: Market

Salary Maximum: Market

Incentive: Market

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

This role is suited to dynamic professionals who can demonstrate strategic agility, exceptional communication and cross‑functional collaboration capabilities, with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities. This postholder must have a willingness to travel domestically and internationally.