Growth-Focused CEO for PE-Backed Food/CPG

Confidential; Illinois; On-site; USD 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential seeks an accomplished Chief Executive Officer to lead all facets of the organization, with an emphasis on sustainable growth, profitability, and shareholder value.

The CEO will set strategic direction, oversee all functional areas, and build strong leadership across teams. Experience in food manufacturing or CPG is preferred, and PE-backed company leadership is a plus. A proven track record of driving EBITA and market share is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as CEO or President
• Proven results in increasing share value and EBITA
• Experience in Food manufacturing or CPG (private label/contract manufacturing a plus)
• Leadership experience in a PE-backed company a plus
• Proven ability to develop strategy and drive growth
• Strong leadership to motivate and develop a team
• Strong commercial mindset with operational awareness

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for all aspects of operations with focus on long-term goals, growth, profit, and ROI
• Be responsible for all functional areas of the business

Skills

Experienced CEO or President

Proven EBITA growth

Food manufacturing or CPG experience

PE-backed leadership experience

Strategic growth leadership

Commercial mindset with operational ac

Team development and leadership

Job description

Confidential seeks an accomplished Chief Executive Officer to lead all facets of the organization, with an emphasis on sustainable growth, profitability, and shareholder value.

The CEO will set strategic direction, oversee all functional areas, and build strong leadership across teams. Experience in food manufacturing or CPG is preferred, and PE-backed company leadership is a plus. A proven track record of driving EBITA and market share is essential.