Nortek, a pioneer in acoustic underwater sensors and subsea navigation technology, is seeking a dynamic and visionary Executive Vice President to drive its commercial success, international expansion, and product innovation.

About Nortek

Nortek is a global leader of ocean technology, designing and manufacturing cutting-edge Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs) and Doppler Velocity Logs (DVLs) that leverage the Doppler effect to measure motion in marine environments. Our technology empowers a wide range of applications, from climate change research to navigation for underwater vehicles.

Since our founding in 1996, Nortek has been committed to innovation and customer success, supported by a team of highly skilled experts from our Head Office near Oslo to global offices in the USA, Netherlands, UK, France, Brazil, Japan, China, and Australia. As part of the General Oceans group, we contribute to advancing ocean technology for marine science, renewable energy, marine autonomy, and more. Nortek’s robust growth and focus on quality, innovation, and customer-driven solutions position us as a leader in the industry.

The Role: Executive Vice President

As Executive Vice President, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing Nortek’s strategic vision. Your mission is to accelerate global sales, foster innovation, and optimize operations to achieve measurable growth and maintain market leadership. This role requires a blend of commercial expertise, technical understanding, and inspiring leadership to guide Nortek into its next chapter of success.

Key Responsibilities

• Corporate Strategy: Work with General Oceans group leadership to develop and implement a cohesive corporate strategy that addresses fundamental market drivers and positions Nortek for future growth. Adapt and direct initiatives towards emerging and high-growth markets.
• Global Sales Expansion: Leverage your international sales and business development experience to enhance Nortek’s market reach. Optimize existing sales networks while establishing new subsidiary locations to drive organic growth.
• Leadership and Culture: Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability that reaches beyond the Nortek boundaries to leverage Group-wide opportunities. Build and mentor high-performing teams aligned with Nortek’s and General Oceans’s strategic and commercial goals.
• Innovation: Reinvigorate the R&D function to deliver cutting-edge products that meet future market demands and maintain Nortek’s competitive edge.
• Strategic Mergers & Acquisitions: Identify and execute strategic M&A opportunities to strengthen Nortek’s market position and product offerings.

Your Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior leadership roles with a focus on international business development and global market expansion.
• Strong commercial acumen combined with technical understanding, ideally within the ocean technology or related industries.
• Demonstrated success in leading innovation-driven teams and fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture.
• Experience in strategic planning, operational optimization, and preferable experience from executing M&A initiatives.
• Exposure to working in Group/Subsidiary structures is beneficial

Why Join Nortek?

At Nortek, you will have the opportunity to lead a globally respected organization with a strong legacy of innovation and customer success, while having the strength of a growing Group of like-minded companies . You will shape the future of ocean technology, contributing to solutions that address critical challenges such as climate change, renewable energy, and marine autonomy. Join a company with a robust growth trajectory, an international footprint, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the world’s oceans.

Question

If you have any questions regarding this exciting opportunity, please feel free to contact our recruitment partner, Korn Ferry. You can reach Senior Client Partner Kjetil Bjørnson via phone at +47 481 54 764 or email at kjetil.bjornson@kornferry.com.