VP, Mining Filtration

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 10/31/2025

Introduction

We are currently seeking a Vice President, Mining Filtration to join our Filtration Business Line Organization.

In this role, you will lead our global Mining Filtration Product Group, encompassing all filtration solutions dedicated to the Concentrate and Tailings solutions. Your leadership will be instrumental in driving the expansion of the Filtration Business Line and positively impacting Metso Minerals. This role involves both technical leadership in product management and commercial leadership in business development.

Reporting directly to the Head of Filtration, you will play an instrumental role in shaping our strategic direction while also serving as a key member of the Filtration Business Line management team.

The preferred base location for this position is Finland, although other locations may be considered. We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options. Please note that international travel will constitute approximately 40-50% of your annual working time.

Team you belong to 

You will join to a management team dedicated fully to Mining and Industrial Filtration solutions. Our team is passionate about driving growth, fostering cohesive teamwork, and managing the full profit and loss responsibilities of the business. We collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including end customers, Market Area teams driving our operational sales, and the Services team taking care of our after-sales operations. Our team culture emphasizes cohesive teamwork and building a positive environment where everyone can leverage their strengths. Our team members are in various regions worldwide, with the management team based in Finland (Lappeenranta & Espoo).

What you'll do

• You will be responsible for developing and implementing the Mining Filtration Product Group portfolio strategy, aligning R&D and product lifecycle plans, and formulating pricing strategies for products and solutions.
• You will lead a motivated product management organization, implement best practices, ensure product safety and quality, and leverage market intelligence for effective go-to-market strategies.
• Additionally, you will lead a team of business development experts with extensive knowledge to support market area operations and drive the growth of the Mining filtration business.
• Furthermore, you will oversee market analysis, identify new business opportunities, and implement strategies to enhance market penetration and customer engagement. Your role will include setting performance targets, monitoring progress, and ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.

Who you are

• Product Management: A comprehensive understanding of product development life cycles, road mapping, and product strategy is essential.
• Strategic Thinking: Proficiency in formulating long-term strategies, understanding market dynamics, and aligning product goals with overall business objectives is required.
• Business Acumen: A deep understanding of business operations, financial metrics, and revenue models is crucial for making informed decisions that impact the company’s bottom line.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Effective communication across teams, including engineering, design, and marketing, is vital to bridge gaps and ensure alignment.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills are necessary to tackle complex challenges and find innovative solutions.
• Decision Making: The ability to make critical decisions daily, balance trade-offs, assess risks, and make informed choices is essential.
• Financial Analysis: Proficiency in understanding financial data, pricing models, and cost structures to support data-driven decision-making.
• Filtration Expertise: Knowledge of filtration is expected, and a deep understanding of mining filtration applications and processes is required.

What's in it for you

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
• Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, on-site gym, and engagement surveys.
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets, car benefits, and meal benefits.
• Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
• A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

Get in touch

Want to rise above the possible with us? Click ‘Apply now’ to leave your application October 31, 2025.

For additional information, please contact Jussi Venäläinen, Vice President – Filtration, at +358 40 531 8167 during the following times:

10.10.2025, between 10:00 and 12:00 Finnish time
17.10.2025, between 12:00 and 14:00 Finnish time
24.10.2025, between 12:00 and 14:00 Finnish time

We understand that some highly capable candidates might hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet every listed qualification. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. You may be the right candidate for the role.

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.  
 
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

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