General Manager, PPC Solutions

DuPontPleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United Statesfull timeSenior
Activeverified Jun 13, 2026

Job description

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers

    Lead the Next Era of Growth

    PPC is a trusted leader in polyethylene packaging solutions, serving food and industrial markets since 1949. We help customers solve complex packaging challenges through innovative materials, global sourcing, and deep industry expertise.

    Location & Travel

    • Remote (U.S.)

    • Preference for Chicago, IL or Pleasant Prairie, WI area

    • Relocation assistance available

    • Approximately 35% travel

    The Opportunity

    PPC is seeking a growth-oriented business leader to accelerate commercial performance, strengthen organizational capability, and drive the next phase of profitable growth.

    This role is ideal for a leader who has built businesses, commercial capabilities, and teams, not simply managed mature organizations.

    What You'll Do

    • Develop and execute growth strategies

    • Lead commercial transformation and build best-in-class processes

    • Drive EBITDA growth through pricing, market expansion, and operational excellence

    • Build scalable systems, talent pipelines, and succession plans

    • Foster a culture of accountability, agility, and continuous improvement

    Who Will Thrive

    Successful candidates have a track record of:

    • Building commercial organizations and go-to-market strategies

    • Leading business transformation and change

    • Developing high-performing teams and leadership pipelines

    • Implementing commercial excellence disciplines

    • Driving growth in dynamic, resource-constrained environments

    Key Deliverables (12-24 Months)

    • Accelerated revenue and market growth

    • Improved profitability and commercial execution

    • Stronger talent and leadership bench

    • Scalable operating model for long-term success

    Required Experience

    • 10+ years of business, commercial, sales, or general management leadership

    • P&L ownership and growth responsibility

    • Proven success leading transformation and organizational change

    • Experience building commercial capabilities from the ground up

    • Strong skills in sales effectiveness, pricing, segmentation, and go-to-market strategy

    • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Business, or related field

    Preferred Experience

    • Packaging, flexible packaging, specialty materials, or related industries

    • Growth-stage or business transformation experience

    • Commercial leadership within high-performing organizations

    • Experience bringing best practices from larger companies into smaller businesses

    • Lean, operational excellence, or continuous improvement expertise

    This is an opportunity to build, transform, and lead a business poised for significant growth.

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