Chief Executive Officer

Steelcase
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
Jul 08, 2025
General Information Country: USA State: Massachusetts City: BOSTON Office Location: 22 Boston Wharf Rd Ste. 820 - - - - - Date posted: 08-Jul-2025 Business Function: Executive Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Description Red Thread is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our company. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of c-suite or senior leadership within the furniture manufacturing or dealership industry. This individual will be responsible for driving the company's strategic direction, overseeing all operations, and ensuring the achievement of our business goals. As a key member of our leadership team, you will also oversee the design, development, and implementation of services that support our customers and internal stakeholders. You will foster alignment across departments and build strong relationships with both internal teams and external partners. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement strategic plans to advance the company's mission and objectives forward. Drive sales growth and profitability through innovative strategies and effective management. Lead and mentor the next generation of sales leaders to ensure the company's long-term success. Champion a culture of innovation, collaboration, and performance. Guide and empower teams to deliver strategic and financial objectives. Oversee customer experience strategy and service delivery across the organization. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure alignment with Steelcase core values while shaping and modeling our unique Red Thread culture. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelor's degree in business, business administration, sales, management, or related field (MBA preferred). Significant operational leadership experience Strong sales background with a demonstrated ability to drive growth and profitability. Proven c-suite or senior leadership experience in the furniture manufacturing or dealership industry (Preferred). Prior entrepreneurial experience (Preferred). Who You Are: Strategic and tactical thinker with strong analytical capabilities. Proven leadership in business transformation and reinvention. Strong business acumen and entrepreneurial mindset. Executive-level communication and collaboration skills. Ability to influence and inspire across all levels of the organization. Creative, innovative, and design-thinking oriented. Commitment to ethical leadership and confidentiality. Who We Are: Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens. Why People Choose to Work with Us: At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities. Our Approach to Hybrid Work: At Steelcase, we have always believed that the office is our best place to work. Our workplace is designed to foster collaboration and engagement, providing employees with a space to do meaningful work that drives results. Levels of flexibility vary by role and team, and employees and their leader need to align on expectations of flexibility. What Matters to Us: More than qualifications, we're looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we're always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at myhr@steelcase.com. Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years. Steelcase is a MVAA- Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. Steelcase recognizes the amazing experiences and skills that Veteran's possess. We encourage all Veterans and Veteran Spouses to apply. 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