Global VP Water Filtration (Europe/ Home office)

Your role as Global VP Water filtration;
As Global Vice President, Water Filtration you will lead Kymera International’s expansion in the global water filtration market. 
With proven experience in the water filtration and/or water treatment market you will report directly to the executive team and have the autonomy to shape the business, influence global strategy, unify commercial, technical, and operational capabilities and make a tangible impact on water quality and environmental health worldwide.
Backed by private equity and powered by a differentiated, proven water filtration technology (KDF) in several countries, Kymera International is positioned to significantly expand its footprint across the globe. 

The business is still small in revenue and employees, therefore you will operate as both a strategic visionary and a hands-on leader, driving growth with full P&L responsibility. You will have the opportunity to accelerate expansion, enhancing profitability, team size and EBITDA through organic expansion, new market entry, downstream product development, and selective M&A.

Bring your technical expertise in the field of water filtration, commercial mindset, and entrepreneurial spirit to lead the next chapter of innovation and impact in water filtration.
You will shape and execute Kymera’s water filtration strategy, drive commercial success, and build a cross-functional team that combines technical excellence with entrepreneurial speed. 
The role requires strong industry knowledge, customer focus, and the ability to integrate innovation, sales and operations.
This role is global in scope, highly visible, and designed to evolve into a broader global business leadership or Managing Director position as the business scales.

What you need to do: 
•    Lead and scale Kymera’s global water filtration business with full P&L ownership, with a focus on aggressive growth (3-4x EBITDA) through commercial expansion, new market entry, and M&A; 
•    Define and execute the global growth strategy aligned with corporate objectives;
•    Expand the business internationally, with priority focus on Europe, Asia, and other regions;
•    Build and manage a cross-functional team, including direct reports in sales (US and Europe), applications engineering, and R&D, with dotted-line influence over global sales and marketing;
•    Drive financial performance, operational efficiency and monthly business reviews;
•    Champion downstream solutions, new product offerings, and creative business models (e.g., cartridges, service models, OEM partnerships);
•    Lead global go-to-market strategies and develop strategic customer, OEM, and channel partnerships;
•    Develop and implement IP and trade secret strategies to protect and differentiate Kymera’s technology;
•    Navigate global manufacturing and supply chain complexity across the US and Europe;
•    Own global regulatory strategy, product qualification, and certification processes across regions;
•    Translate customer and market insights into innovation priorities, pilot programs, and commercialization roadmaps;
•    Act as Kymera’s executive representative to customers, partners, and industry stakeholders;
•    Report progress, performance, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and governance bodies.

What you need to bring:
•    Proven leadership experience in water filtration, water treatment, or advanced materials industries in a global context;
•    Solid technical background (engineering, chemistry, or similar); MBA or advanced degree preferred;
•    A senior, entrepreneurial leader with a strong track record of building and scaling businesses in water filtration, water treatment, or closely related advanced materials industries;
•    Demonstrated success in global P&L leadership, go-to-market strategy, and commercial execution in similar business;
•    Understanding of global regulatory, certification, and market dynamics in water-related industries;
•    Experience operating effectively in matrixed, international organizations, influencing without direct authority;
•    Track record in new market entry; M&A and innovative business models highly valued;
•    Technical/commercial fluency to bridge R&D, production, and customer needs;
•    Strong executive presence and customer-facing credibility;
•    Entrepreneurial mindset with hands-on, results-driven leadership style;
•    Strategic thinker who balances long-term vision with execution speed;
•    Comfortable with ambiguity, change, and fast-paced growth environments;
•    Excellent English communication skills; additional languages a plus;
•    Willingness to travel internationally (~50%);
•    Europe-based location strongly preferred for global coordination.

Why would you work for us?
•    Competitive salary, matching the role and your experience;
•    Performance-based incentives;
•    Equity package;
•    Company car/ lease budget;
•    Strong long-term career progression in a growing international organization;
•    Lead and scale a global business with full P&L responsibility and real influence on strategy and outcomes;
•    Drive an ambitious growth agenda in a PE-backed organization with strong investment support;
•    A direct role in improving water quality and sustainability worldwide through advanced filtration solutions;
•    Operate at senior executive level across regions, customers, and partners with significant decision-making freedom.

VITRU | International Executive Recruitment is exclusively assisting Kymera International to recruit the best candidate for this crucial role.

How to apply:
If you are interested and you meet all the above requirements please send your English resume via the apply button to VITRU, The European Executive Recruitment Firm. For more information about this position, please contact Guy Laeven at VITRU via +31 6 19 79 80 68 (www.vitru-hr.com)