Citadel Enclosures is the parent company of Harris-Stolper and DFMZ Group, and serves as a driving force behind tailored, high-impact solutions in security, protection, and custom engineering across a wide range of industries. United by a mission to innovate and excel, Citadel Enclosures companies build high-quality enclosures that safeguard critical assets and support operational excellence. At Citadel’s core are organizations such as Harris-Stolper - designers of custom cab enclosures for forklifts, specialty vehicles, and equipment - where operator safety and comfort remain paramount even in the harshest environments. Design Filtration Microzone, meanwhile, leads in precision-controlled air enclosures for life sciences and high-tech sectors, delivering essential conditions for delicate, mission-critical processes. Though they serve different markets, all Citadel Enclosures companies share a commitment to custom engineering, robust protection, and forward-thinking innovation. We are recruiting for a Vice President of Sales and Marketing to lead and guide sales for these two strong brands. Both companies are experiencing significant growth, prioritizing exceptional customer service and innovation. This role presents an exciting opportunity to lead business development and sales efforts for both Harris-Stolper and DFMZ Group, driving expansion and advancement within these dynamic organizations. This leader will guide a team, aligning sales activities with the companies' ambitious growth targets. This position is perfect for a business development and relationship-focused leader, experienced in both strategy and execution, capable of driving market adaptation and pioneering initiatives. Key Responsibilities Strategic Ownership & Execution Develop and own the unified commercial strategy for Harris-Stolper and DFMZ, building a segmented 5-year growth plan with clear expansion priorities in the US and South/Central America. Establish a data-driven sales operating rhythm using advanced CRM/analytics tools to strengthen pipeline health, improve forecast accuracy, and maximise ROI. Lead pursuit and closure of major OEM, dealer network, and Life Sciences opportunities, while driving innovative campaigns aligned with emerging industry trends. Hands‑On Technical & Operational Acumen Translate technical capabilities in custom manufacturing, enclosure design, and engineered solutions into compelling sales outcomes across all key sectors. Act as the voice of the customer, leading customer‑requirement reviews and turning insights into actionable design, product, and operational improvements. Modernise the commercial toolset (CRM, CPQ, BI) and ensure integrated marketing efforts directly fuel the sales pipeline. Lead and mentor a high-performing sales team through structured coaching, clear accountability, and continuous skill development. Build a positive, inclusive, customer‑centric culture while proactively managing performance and recruiting top commercial talent. Ensure alignment and effective resource sharing between Harris‑Stolper and DFMZ, strengthening collaboration and overall commercial impact. Ideal Candidate Profile More than 10 years of progressive sales leadership, including 5+ years leading sales in custom manufacturing, capital equipment, or engineered‑solutions environments. Proven track record of inspiring and developing high-performing sales teams; able to think strategically at a high level while executing detailed, measurable plans. Demonstrated success driving growth in OEM/Industrial markets and in highly regulated sectors such as Life Sciences and Pharmaceuticals. Commitment to customer satisfaction and relationship building, with strong solution‑selling capability and an ability to understand complex customer needs. Strategic thinker with the ability to ask critical questions, challenge assumptions, and make data‑informed decisions using advanced CRM and sales‑analytics platforms. Adaptable and open to new ideas, with the capacity to adjust strategies based on market dynamics, customer feedback, and evolving competitive conditions. Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, particularly design and development, enabling credible communication with customers, engineering, and production teams. Collaborative leader who values diverse perspectives and builds cohesive, aligned teams. Bias for action, strong intellectual curiosity, and a consistently positive, energizing attitude. About Harris-Stolper and DFMZ Group Harris-Stolper - Harris-Stolper has a long-standing reputation for quality materials, colors, and unrivaled craftsmanship, particularly in lift truck cabs. Founded in the 1960s by Thomas Harris and later merging with Stolper Industries in 1982, the company now boasts over 400 active cab models and the capability to create cabs for virtually any brand or model of lift truck. Harris-Stolper also custom engineers cabs for various applications, including ship unloaders in Israel, forestry vehicles in Western Canada, railroad maintenance vehicles in Africa, mining machines in Russia and South America, and container handling trucks in Australia. Today, the company's 40,000 square-foot facility in Brampton, Ontario, houses advanced 3D CAD‑CAM design and engineering capabilities, along with state-of-the‑art metal fabrication equipment, such as laser cutting and robotic welding machines, ensuring top-quality products for a wide range of applications. DFMZ’s History DFMZ’s history brings together two long-standing leaders in contamination control. Microzone Corp, founded in 1968, and Design Filtration, founded in 2000, merged in 2015 to form Design Filtration Microzone (DFMZ) - creating a strong organization with nearly five decades of expertise in particulate and contamination control. DFMZ specializes in custom cleanroom solutions and lab equipment, including biological safety cabinets, laminar airflow hoods, robotic/automation enclosures, extraction hoods, wet benches, and forensic equipment. These products are manufactured in Ottawa, Canada, and distributed globally. DFMZ serves various industries, including pharmaceutical, industrial/commercial, and science and technology sectors, ensuring high levels of product, personnel, and environmental protection. Owned by Canerector Inc., Harris-Stolper and DFMZ Group are part of a larger family of 60+ companies with over 3,000 employees across 70+ facilities in North America. #J-18808-Ljbffr