Chemtech is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Head of Business Unit. This is a leadership role offering the opportunity to shape strategy, drive growth, and lead high-performing teams within a diversified and dynamic organisation.

About the Role

As Head of Business Unit, you will have full responsibility for the strategic direction, commercial performance, and operational excellence of your assigned unit. You will play a key role within the Chemtech Leadership Team, working closely with executive leadership and shared services to deliver sustainable growth, strong financial results, and outstanding customer value.

Key Responsibilities:

Business & Financial Leadership

• Own and drive the financial performance of the business unit, including revenue growth, profitability, and cost control
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and performance plans aligned with Chemtech’s overall strategy
• Track performance using KPIs and taking decisive corrective action where required

 Strategy & Growth

• Define and execute the business unit’s strategic plan
• Identify market trends, customer needs, and new growth opportunities
• Lead product, pricing, and go-to-market strategies to strengthen market position

 Commercial & Sales Excellence

• Lead the full sales cycle from opportunity development to deal closure
• Build strong, long-term relationships with key customers and partners
• Oversee major proposals, tenders, and negotiations
• Drive strong pipeline management, forecasting accuracy, and CRM discipline

 Operational Alignment

• Ensure effective collaboration between sales, operations, supply chain, marketing, and support teams
• Uphold Chemtech’s standards for quality, compliance, safety, and service delivery
• Champion continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction

 People Leadership

• Inspire, lead, and develop a high-performing business unit team
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and results
• Support talent development and succession planning

 Governance & Risk

• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal governance requirements
• Identify and manage commercial, operational, and market risks

What We’re Looking For: 

Experience & Background

• Proven experience leading a business unit, commercial division, or sales-driven operation
• Strong track record in driving growth, managing P&L performance, and building customer relationships
• Experience working within structured organisations with clear governance and performance standards

Skills & Competencies

• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate strategy into execution
• Excellent sales leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Customer-focused, results-driven, and highly organised
• Inspirational people leader with a collaborative leadership style

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Engineering, Science, or any related field
• MBA or equivalent is an advantage but not essential.

Why Join Chemtech?

• Be part of a respected and growing organisation with a diversified portfolio
• Lead a business unit with real autonomy and strategic impact
• Work with strong shared services support across Finance, HR, Marketing, Compliance, Logistics, and more
• Join a leadership team committed to excellence, integrity, and sustainable growth