Business Unit President

Matthews Memorialization; Elberton (GA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Matthews Memorialization seeks a Division President to oversee the Granite Division with full P&L ownership, delivering strategic and operational leadership across manufacturing and distribution. The role offers significant opportunities to grow the division both organically and via acquisitions within a market-leading, public-company-backed organization.

The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of business leadership, strong financial acumen, and proven success in driving profitable growth in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field.
• Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s) preferred.
• 15+ years progressive business management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years in a leadership role (direct or indirect).
• Periodic travel may be required locally, nationally, and/or internationally.
• High proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management and planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including analysis and reasoning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Granite Division with full P&L ownership and strategic/operational leadership accountability.
• Drive growth through organic initiatives and acquisitions.
• Integrate strategy with execution and people leadership to achieve transformational results.

Skills

P&L ownership

Strategic leadership

Manufacturing leadership

Growth strategy

B2B leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Executive Opportunity

Located near Athens, Georgia this opportunity is differentiated by three factors: (1) it is a full Division President role with responsibility for all functions, complete P&L ownership, and both strategic and operational leadership accountability; (2) there are significant opportunities to grow the Granite Division both organically and through acquisition beyond its current scale; and (3) the successful leader will have the opportunity to lead an entrepreneurial, market‑leading business within Matthews Memorialization while leveraging the resources and support of a larger public company.

About Matthews International

Matthews International (NASDAQ: MATW) is a diversified, publicly traded company with more than $1 billion in annual revenue. Matthews Granite is one of the three core businesses within the Memorialization Group and the recognized leader in granite memorialization in the United States. The business generates over $125 million in annual revenue with the potential to build to $200 million and employs approximately 500 team members across multiple manufacturing and operating locations.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Accomplished President, General Manager, Division Leader, or Business Unit Executive with significant P&L responsibility.
• Experience leading manufacturing and distribution operations.
• Experience driving growth through sales and marketing leadership in a B2B environment.
• Track record of delivering profitable growth through both commercial and operational leadership.
• Experience integrating strategy, execution, and people leadership to achieve transformational business results.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in both entrepreneurial and public‑company environments.

Executive Value Proposition

• Lead a market leader.
• Operate with the scope of a CEO.
• Build the next growth story.
• Drive organic and acquisition growth.
• Backed by the resources of a public company.
• Create a lasting legacy.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in business management or related field.
• Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s) preferred.
• 15+ years progressive business management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years in a leadership role (direct or indirect).
• Periodic travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem‑solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast‑paced and deadline‑oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management.
• Self‑motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.

Matthews Memorialization is a leader in the memorialization industry, committed to supporting customer business growth and helping families transition from grieving to remembrance. We achieve this by delivering products of exceptional craftsmanship along with value‑driven programs and services. Matthews Memorialization is a Matthews International (MATW) company.

http://matw.com/memorialization/

Matthews International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our Human Resources team.