As the **Sales Director,**you will develop and execute business strategies for the US and Canadian markets. You will optimize product portfolios and lead cross-functional teams to achieve commercial and operational goals. You will work with sales, technical, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure the successful execution of business plans within the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a winning business strategy in the US and Canadian markets, focusing on profitable growth and market expansion.
• Lead portfolio optimization and rationalization efforts to align product offerings with market needs and growth opportunities in the US and Canada.
• Drive new business development and commercial discipline to grow share.
• Drive short- and medium-term action plans to accelerate business performance.
• Lead the sales team and collaborate with marketing team to develop and deploy effective sales tools, collateral, and pricing strategies that maximize profitability and market penetration in the US and Canada.
• Partner with manufacturing and supply chain leadership to ensure operational capabilities meet business demands and support growth objectives within these two countries.
• Champion new product development initiatives in coordination with technical and commercial teams to maintain competitive advantage and innovation in the US and Canadian markets.
• Monitor competitive landscape and market trends specific to the US and Canada to inform strategic decisions and maintain market leadership.
• Develop strong relationships with key customers and internal stakeholders within the US and Canada to support our goals.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to segment teams, encouraging a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field; advanced degree or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in business management within paints and coatings industry or related industrial markets.
• Experience managing a large sales teams

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

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Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.