Our client is a growing North American manufacturer of advanced road marking and protective coating materials serving municipalities, government agencies, infrastructure contractors, and commercial customers across Canada and the United States. The organization is a leading domestic provider of traffic paints, thermoplastics, and specialty coating solutions that support critical infrastructure projects.As part of a vertically integrated infrastructure platform, the company is entering an accelerated growth phase with significant investment in manufacturing capacity, U. S. market expansion, and product qualification initiatives. With a strong foundation in place, the organization is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) / President to lead the next stage of growth, operational transformation, and long-term value creation.Reporting to the ownership group, the COO / President will have full accountability for the business, including P&L ownership, operational performance, commercial growth, team development, and execution of strategic initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesEnterprise Leadership & Business Growth Lead all aspects of the business, including Operations, Sales, Quality, Finance, and supporting functions.Own the company’s growth strategy, driving revenue expansion, profitability improvement,



and market development.Develop and execute annual operating plans, strategic priorities, and growth initiatives.Build and develop a high-performing leadership team while establishing a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.Serve as the primary operator of the business, reducing ownership involvement in day-to-day execution. Operational & Manufacturing Excellence Own end-to-end manufacturing operations, including production, supply chain, inventory, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.Drive improvements in manufacturing efficiency, cost structure, throughput, and on-time delivery.Optimize working capital, inventory management, and production planning processes.Implement scalable systems, processes, and operating rhythms to support future growth.Establish disciplined KPI reporting and performance management across the organization. Commercial Leadership & Market Expansion Partner with the commercial team to accelerate revenue growth across infrastructure, contractor, municipal, and government channels.Build and strengthen strategic customer relationships with contractors, distributors, and institutional buyers.Identify recent market opportunities and support expansion into the United States.Drive product adoption, customer retention, and long-term

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