Group President (Commercial Water Solutions)
Pentair
Pentair is one of the world's leading global producers of end-to-end Water Treatment, Water Filtration, and Water Sustainability solutions. Following its official start in 1966, Pentair's first few decades of history were decorated in ups and downs as the company entered and exited varying industries including research balloons, paper production, power tools (Delta/Porter Cable), enclosures, and electrical solutions, seemingly searching for its mainstay identity. This dynamic changed in 2004 when Pentair officially entered the Water Solutions space via a strategic acquisition of Wicor Industries. The next 20 years of Pentair's history have been earmarked by successes in growing into one of the most powerful Water Solutions companies across the globe. In 2018, the final non-water business of Pentair's was divested, leaving room for continued laser-focus and investment in growth across end-to-end Water Solutions. Pentair's executive team is seeking the next Commercial Water Solution Group President who will oversee a very healthy ~$800M P&L, while leveraging the power of hundreds of business unit employees and Pentair's enterprise resources to drive an expansion of this critical set of businesses which includes Manitowoc Ice (~$400M), EverPure/Filtration (~$250M), and the Services business (~$150M) that integrates everything. The GP will lead across complex product lines and different market segments, with a major focus on selling through distribution into the Foodservice space. This leadership role is a highly visible component of Pentair's executive succession ladder as the company looks to grow by identifying talented senior leaders from the outside, and providing continued career growth opportunities into senior executive leadership.
A Foundation you can build on
Getting a sense of the foundation that has been built prior to your arrival offers a lens through which you can see where your career may go.
Pentair's Commercial Water Solutions
Pentair's Commercial Water Solutions business unit (~$800M) is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality ice machines (Manitowoc Ice), filtration systems (EverPure), and the integral Services business that integrates the segment for commercial customers, mostly across the foodservice and hospitality space. With a rich history, Pentair has established itself as a global leader in the water solutions category, notably in filtration and ice-making, through a relentless focus on innovation, quality, and customer service.
History
In 1966, Pentair was founded by five individuals in St. Paul, Minnesota, with the name stemming from "penta" for the founders and "air" for their intended products. The company initially diversified across various industries, including paper mills, before evolving and eventually establishing a more clear proposition as a global water company. Throughout its history, Pentair has emphasized growth, profitability, and its commitment to creating a better world through innovative water solutions. In recent years, it has expanded its sustainability efforts and broadened its portfolio through strategic acquisitions to become a major multi-billion dollar player in the global water treatment space. More specifically, Pentair has made highly intelligent decisions within its Commercial Water Solutions segment, particularly around M&A including the $1.4B acquisition of market-leading global Ice Machine producer, Manitowoc Ice, and the decision to vertically integrate its foodservice machinery and filtration businesses via the acquisition of Ken's Beverage, a top service and maintenance provider within the foodservice space.
The Commercial Water Solutions Industry
Pentair's Commercial Water Solutions business has established and/or maintained a strong brand reputation and has become the preferred choice for commercial customers across foodservice and hospitality looking for high-quality water systems. Pentair's commercial water solutions are tailored to meet businesses specific needs, ensuring their customers enjoy clear, refreshing water that's expertly managed. With high-performing solutions, customers can have peace of mind knowing they work diligently to reduce maintenance requirements and boost profitability. Pentair is focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive.
Scale
Pentair is a ~$4.2B publicly traded industry leader in end-to-end Water Solutions, constructed of 3 main business segments including the Water Solutions segment. The Commercial Water group of businesses includes Manitowoc Ice, Filtration/EverPure, and Services. The segment leads the industry in delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service, and currently generates around $800M annually. Pentair has a stable foundation with immense opportunity for growth in marketshare ahead, particularly globally. With an extensive cross functional team of employees, Pentair's Commercial Water Solutions has a global customer base of thousands of businesses.
Our Take On Pentair's Values
Prideful
Pentair's leadership and employee engagement stems from a sense of pridefulness of being a part of a premium brand, owning market share in the United States within the industry vertical. Holistically, the firm embodies a proud culture devoted to creating quality products, offering exceptional customer experiences, and driving innovation for future expansion.
Community
Pentair leads with a community orientation in business. Serving communities across the country, as well as having a sense of ownership and responsibility to driving the firm's business forward, the teams operate with immense dedication and partnership internally. The culture provides a sense of humility to support those around them in significant ways.
Collaboration & Capability
Pentair's Commercial Water Solutions business has an overall very capable leadership team that believes in hiring talented people and fostering a highly collaborative environment for teams to thrive in this business.
