CEO

Title: CEO

Location: Haimen, China

Role Overview

The CEO will lead the company through its next phase of global growth, owning full P&L and setting corporate strategy across product innovation, manufacturing scale, and international market expansion. You'll balance the agility of a focused industrial business with the operational excellence expected by global mining and construction clients. This role reports to the Board/Investors and leads a cross-functional exec team spanning R&D, manufacturing, sales, and service.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategy & Growth

Define and execute 3-5 year vision to grow market share in mineral processing equipment globally

Drive product strategy: expand complete production line offerings and lead R&D in automation, wear parts, and remote monitoring

Evaluate M&A, JVs, and strategic partnerships to strengthen global coverage

Own entry into adjacent verticals: recycling, construction debris, or battery minerals processing

2. Commercial & Operations Leadership

Scale global sales organization and distributor network; ensure responsive service and reduced downtime for clients

Oversee Asia-based manufacturing facility and US HQ operations, ensuring quality, safety, on-time delivery, and cost leadership

Drive operational KPIs: gross margin, inventory turns, lead times, and aftermarket/spare parts revenue

Champion engineered-to-order approach for site-specific plant solutions and complete project execution

3. Team & Culture

Build and lead a high-performing international leadership team across engineering, production, sales, and service

Foster culture blending entrepreneurial agility with enterprise-grade safety and quality standards

Attract, retain, and develop top technical talent in mechanical design, mineral processing, and field service

Serve as external face of the company with key customers, investors, and industry forums

4. Financial & Governance

Own full P&L, budgeting, and capital allocation across CAPEX, R&D, and capacity expansion

Ensure regulatory compliance, ESG standards, and operational safety across global sites

Report to Board on performance, risks, and strategic initiatives

Qualifications

Required:

15+ years senior leadership in industrial equipment, mining machinery, mineral processing, or heavy manufacturing

P&L ownership for $100M+ global business with manufacturing + distribution footprint

Proven track record scaling engineering-led B2B equipment businesses in China + international markets

Deep understanding of crushing/screening equipment, aggregate plants, or mineral processing flowsheets

Experience managing China-based manufacturing and US/global sales organizations

Strong commercial acumen: pricing, contracts, large CAPEX project sales, and aftermarket strategy

Fluent English; Mandarin proficiency strongly preferred

Preferred:

Engineering background — Mechanical, Mining, or Metallurgy degree; MBA a plus

Experience with PE-owned or founder-led industrial companies through growth/transition

Network in global mining, aggregates, cement, or construction materials sectors

Familiarity with automation, IoT/remote monitoring, and digital services in heavy equipment

What Our Client Offers

Lead a global brand at the intersection of manufacturing scale and engineering innovation

State-of-the-art manufacturing facility with high annual capacity and full R&D capability

Competitive compensation: Base + Performance Bonus + Equity

Opportunity to shape the future of mineral processing technology worldwide

Note for candidates: Company name and detailed financials will be disclosed after NDA and initial screening.