Vice President Industry Growth, Consumer Industries

Date: Aug 28, 2026

Location:

Morrisville, NC, US, 27560

Functional Area: Hybrid

Syntax is a leading Managed Cloud Provider for Mission Critical Enterprise Applications and has been providing comprehensive technology solutions to businesses of all sizes since 1972. Syntax has undisputed strength to implement and manage ERP deployments (Oracle, SAP) in a secure and resilient private, public or hybrid cloud. With strong technical and functional consulting services, and world-class monitoring and automation, Syntax serves some of North America’s largest corporations across a diverse range of industries. Syntax has offices worldwide, and partners with Oracle, SAP, AWS, Microsoft, IBM and other global technology leaders.

The Vice President, Industry Growth is responsible for creating revenue growth within a defined industry vertical. This role owns industry demand generation, market strategy, and revenue influence, working closely with sales, alliances, and marketing to expand pipeline, shape strategic pursuits, and strengthen Syntax’s position in priority markets. The ideal candidate combines industry insight, commercial leadership, and executive presence to help drive new logo acquisition, account expansion, and market-backed investment decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute the industry growth strategy for a defined vertical.
Build target account plans and whitespace opportunities in partnership with sales.
Shape compelling industry-specific value propositions and messaging.
Drive pipeline creation with sales, alliances, and marketing teams.
Identify priority offerings, partners, and campaigns aligned to industry needs.
Develop and expand executive relationships within target accounts.
Influence large deals, strategic pursuits, and high-value opportunities.
Provide market feedback to inform investment priorities and growth decisions.
Track and analyze industry performance, including pipeline, bookings, win rates, revenue mix, and margin quality.
Represent Syntax in industry conversations and help strengthen market presence.

Required Qualifications

Proven experience leading growth, sales, or market-facing strategy within a defined industry vertical.
Strong track record of driving pipeline, revenue influence, and account expansion.
Experience partnering effectively with sales, marketing, and alliance teams.
Ability to build and execute account strategies, whitespace plans, and campaign priorities.
Strong executive presence and the ability to open and deepen relationships with senior client stakeholders.
Experience influencing complex, strategic deals and pursuits.
Ability to assess market trends and translate them into practical growth recommendations.
Strong analytical skills with experience tracking business performance metrics and outcomes.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in or supporting enterprise technology, consulting, or transformation environments.
Familiarity with partner ecosystems and partner-influenced growth strategies.
Experience supporting industry-based offerings, campaigns, or market development initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to identify and prioritize investments based on market demand and growth potential.
An appreciation for innovation, continuous improvement, and modern delivery approaches, including automation and AI-enabled services.
Experience influencing large, multi-stakeholder sales cycles or complex enterprise pursuits.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Technology, or a related field preferred.
Advanced degree such as an MBA or equivalent experience is an asset.
Industry-relevant certifications or professional development credentials are a plus.

Why Syntax?

Become a part of our success story and work in a company with exciting innovation projects that are causing a stir across the industry. We recently launched one of the world's most advanced manufacturing facilities based on SAP S/4HANA Cloud and SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud for Execution - for Smart Press Shop, a pioneering joint venture between Porsche and forming specialist Schuler.

Competitive, above-average compensation
Global tourist: With us, you can also work from abroad from time to time
Flexible working time models, home office
Attractive benefits, e.g. company pension scheme or various health offers
A modern environment in which the "you" is part of it
Open feedback culture, flat hierarchies and a motivated team
Individual career planning with continuous training and coaching on the job

You see a personal challenge in this responsible task? Apply now - and become part of the SYNTAX team!

Syntax is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.