Head of Execution - Crushing

FLSmidth; Rugby; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

FLSmidth is seeking a Head of Execution in the United Kingdom to lead a newly created global function within the Crushing business. You will own the end-to-end customer delivery value stream, directing global proposals, project execution and supplier readiness to convert opportunities into profitable, on-time outcomes.

As a senior member of the Crushing leadership team, you will establish execution processes, governance and capabilities for a repeatable, scalable model that enhances customer

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of complex proposals, projects, or capital equipment deliveries.
• Strong commercial mindset with focus on profitable execution and customer outcomes.
• Ability to lead cross-functional global teams and drive accountability.
• Experience managing contractual risk, project performance and customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Own the Crushing execution value stream from proposal through customer acceptance.
• Deliver profitable, on-time project execution across the global Crushing portfolio.
• Lead proposal development, bid governance, commercial risk management and execution planning.
• Establish world-class execution processes, governance and performance management.
• Drive customer satisfaction through excellence in project delivery and contract fulfilment.
• Ensure supplier readiness, qualification and performance to support sustainable growth.
• Lead and develop a high-performing global execution organisation.
• Partner across Product Line Management, Engineering, Sales and Aftermarket to deliver integrated customer solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement, standardisation and scalable execution excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Strategic planning

Job description

A unique opportunity to shape and lead a newly created global function at the heart of FLS Crushing business. The Head of Execution will own the end-to-end customer delivery value stream, leading global proposals, project execution, and supplier readiness to convert opportunities into profitable, on-time customer outcomes.

Operating across the Crushing portfolio, this role will ensure seamless transition from commercial handover through to final acceptance and warranty completion, delivering integrated customer solutions that meet contractual commitments on scope, schedule, cost, and quality. As a key member of the Crushing leadership team, the position will establish the processes, capabilities, and governance required to create a repeatable, scalable execution model that drives customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and sustainable profitable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the Crushing execution value stream from proposal through customer acceptance.
• Deliver profitable, on-time project execution across the global Crushing portfolio.
• Lead proposal development, bid governance, commercial risk management and execution planning.
• Establish world-class execution processes, governance and performance management.
• Drive customer satisfaction through excellence in project delivery and contract fulfilment.
• Ensure supplier readiness, qualification and performance to support sustainable growth.
• Lead and develop a high-performing global execution organisation.
• Partner across Product Line Management, Engineering, Sales and Aftermarket to deliver integrated customer solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement, standardisation and scalable execution excellence.

What You Bring

• Proven leadership of complex proposals, projects or capital equipment deliveries.
• Strong commercial mindset with a focus on profitable execution and customer outcomes.
• Ability to lead cross-functional global teams and drive accountability.
• Experience managing contractual risk, project performance and customer relationships.
• Passion for operational excellence, continuous improvement and scalable growth.
• A customer-first approach, balancing delivery performance with long-term business success.

As an equal opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply - the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is. In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly request that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, marital status, number of children, and photographs from your application materials.

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