Senior Vice President, Defense & Industrial Base Services (DIBS)

The Company is in the process of establishing a new business unit focused on Defense and Industrial Base Services (DIBS) and is in need of a Senior Vice President to lead this initiative. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing the DIBS strategy, business plans, and operating priorities in alignment with the organization's mission. This role involves driving the business and financial performance of the DIBS unit, leading a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to the company's overall strategy. The primary goals for the DIBS business unit are to connect government demand for bio-based products with the offerings of the company's members and to develop programs that facilitate the transition of bioindustrial products and technologies into defense capabilities. Key responsibilities for the Senior Vice President include leading the DIBS organization, growing the business, and serving both government and commercial customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in senior leadership, with a focus on customer-facing business, and a proven track record in strategy, growth, and financial performance. Experience in industrial biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, or a technology-intensive sector is valuable, as is familiarity with technology transition, government contracting, or public-private partnerships. The role requires a leader who is accountable, a clear communicator, and who can build trust with teams and customers. The candidate should be adept at making portfolio and resource decisions in complex technical environments and be able to lead effectively in a technically complex environment. U.S. citizenship is required due to the need for eligibility for a government security clearance.