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Director - Systems Business Unit

Pregis Corporation
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jul 02, 2026
We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the "Wow" Business Pregis is Hiring! Why Join Pregis? Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA. Job Title: Director - Systems Business Unit Classification: Salaried-Exempt Reports To: President, AM&B and Systems Department: Administration Summary of Job The Director - Systems is accountable for the overall performance, growth, and strategic direction of the Air/Paper Systems segment. This role has direct leadership responsibility for Category (Product) Management and Field Service, ensuring alignment between product strategy, service execution, and customer value delivery. The Director operates within a highly matrixed environment, partnering closely with Operations, Sales, Finance, and Supply Chain to deliver on financial commitments, operational excellence, and customer experience. While Operations is a key partner, this role relies on strong influence and collaboration rather than direct oversight to ensure alignment on execution, capacity, and performance. This leader will bring strong business acumen, strategic planning capability, a commercial growth mindset, and executive presence to drive profitable growth and advance the Systems business within Pregis. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Own and optimize the P&L performance of the Air/Paper Systems business Own capital expenditure planning and strategy, ensuring we deliver on our P&L goals while keeping CAPEX spend within budget Develop and execute the strategic plan, aligning product, service, and commercial strategies to market opportunities Set, manage, and deliver against annual budgets, forecasts, and monthly financial performance Drive profitable top-line growth through new business development and expansion within existing accounts Lead the category management function, including product strategy, portfolio optimization, pricing, and lifecycle management Translate market insights, customer needs, and competitive dynamics into actionable product roadmaps Partner closely with Operations and Supply Chain to ensure product availability, standardization, and cost competitiveness Drive margin expansion through pricing discipline, product mix optimization, and SKU rationalization Lead the Field Service organization, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction, responsiveness, and technical expertise Align field service capabilities with product strategy to drive value-added service offerings and customer retention Identify opportunities to enhance service revenue streams and cost efficiency Partner closely with Operations leadership to ensure alignment on: Production capacity and scheduling Quality and continuous improvement initiatives Cost and efficiency targets Drive end-to-end accountability for delivering customer commitments, leveraging cross-functional alignment Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key customers Ensure an exceptional customer experience across product delivery and field service execution Support and partner with Sales on top accounts, pricing strategies, and solution development Establish and monitor KPIs across product, service, and financial performance Drive a culture of accountability, operational discipline, and continuous improvement Attract, develop, and retain high-performing talent across product management and field service Build succession plans and strengthen leadership bench Foster a culture of engagement, inclusion, and accountability aligned to Pregis values Champion a culture of safety across all aspects of the business, including field service activities Ensure adherence to OSHA and Pregis safety standards, policies, and training requirements Education and Experience Education equivalent of Bachelors' degree required, Masters or MBA preferred. 8+ years' relevant experience, including 3+ years people management experience Comprehensive knowledge of overall departmental functions preferred. Competency (Knowledge, skills, and abilities) Strong general management and P&L leadership capability Deep understanding of product/category management and field service operations Proven ability to lead in a matrixed organization through influence Strong financial acumen and strategic thinking Commercial mindset with focus on growth, margin, and customer value Executive presence with ability to engage senior stakeholders and customers Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Results-oriented with high degree of ownership and accountability High personal and professional integrity and ethical standards Strong organizational and time management skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams) Environment Varies based on whether in-office or plant (frequency will vary based on business need) May be frequent office environment. When in plant: Exposure to moving equipment. Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Humidity may exceed 80% Noise may exceed 85dB+ Physical Characteristics Frequent standing, stooping, squatting, up to 75% Frequent sitting Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling. Frequent typing/keyboarding/preparing documents, voice- assisted as needed. Position Type Full time Ability to travel as needed. Compensation The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Pregis' total compensation package. The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $195,000 to $230,000, depending on experience and skills. Compensation details listed in US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits. Learn more about Benefits at Pregis. #rtu1 Diversity and Inclusion We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome. Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements. Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.