Vice President, Filtration Business Line

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: 07/23/2025

Introduction 

As Vice President of the Filtration Business Line at Metso, you will be responsible for the performance and growth of our filtration equipment and solutions business. You will lead a great global team and manage business performance, product offering and development, in-house manufacturing, supply chain operations, and business development. You will contribute to Metso’s success by ensuring we develop and deliver high-quality products and services to our customers. 

Your role is to lead the Filtration Business Line in its next phase of growth, with a strong focus on profitability. You will have the opportunity to leverage your experience in business transformation, strategic thinking and change management to take the business to the next level in alignment with the Metso strategy. Collaboration with the aftermarket colleagues, Minerals Business Lines and Market Areas is crucial for success.

The preferred location for this role is Espoo or Lappeenranta, Finland, though we offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options. 

The team you belong to 

The Filtration Business Line is part of the Minerals Business Area. You’ll lead an organization of over 300 professionals globally. You will report to Piia Karhu, President of the Minerals Business Area, and be a member of the Minerals Business Area leadership team. 

What you’ll do 

• Lead the Filtration Business Line with profit and loss responsibility.
• Define and execute the Filtration Business Line strategy, in alignment with the Metso Minerals segment strategy.
• Set the commercial framework for our products and solutions.
• Oversee filters manufacturing in Lappeenranta, Finland, and Suzhou, China, as well as the global supply chain and product quality.
• Drive the research and development agenda, including innovation and new product development as well as continuous product improvement.
• Manage and develop a global team of over 300 professionals, primarily located in Finland, China, and India.
• Work closely with colleagues across Metso’s Business Areas and market areas to maximize growth, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency. 

Who you are 

• Strong track record in delivering business results in a global industrial company.
• Experienced in leading strategy renewal, growth and profitability transformation in international businesses.
• Capable of building long-lasting and value-adding customer relationships.
• Capable of driving product and solutions development using technology, digital tools, and customer insights.
• Previous experience in leading manufacturing operations.
• Passion for building high-performing, collaborative teams across different cultures.
• Hands-on approach to working in a matrix organization.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• A relevant academic background in engineering, business, or a related field. 

What's in it for you 

• Interesting business challenge - Global Filtration business development and transformation including profit and loss accountability.
• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there is 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, and engagement surveys.
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets, car benefit, and meal benefit.
• 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.

For more information, please contact Piia Karhu, President of the Minerals business area by phone at +358405406964.
Piia is available for calls during the following times: 

• Monday, July 14th between 9-10 am EEST
• Thursday, July 17th between 9-10 am EEST 

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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