Our client
Pryme is an innovative cleantech company focused on converting plastic waste into valuable products through chemical recycling on an industrial scale. The company brings scale to the market for chemical recycling based on an efficient pyrolysis technology. Pryme is a Dutch entity, based in the Netherlands and listed on the Oslo Euronext Growth Exchange.
The market for advanced plastic recycling is developing quickly, driven by a clear and increasing need for circular solutions. Pryme has started up its industrial-scale plant and is now transitioning into the next phase aiming at growth towards maximum capacity. The plant has successfully converted the first plastic into oil, and will provide material insights in process efficiency, energy balances and mass balances. These learnings will inform the design of the second generation plants that will be at the core of the foreseen rapid expansion. The initial leg of the roll-out strategy envisages multiple plants under construction and in operation in key locations in NW Europe within the next few years.
The scalability of Pryme’s technology continues to be a cornerstone of its strategy to produce meaningful volumes with attractive economic returns. Pryme is a listed company but also backed by strong shareholder support (LyondellBasell, Taranis, Invest NL & Infinity Recycling). Market prices, signed oil supply agreements, advanced technology and large-scale efficient operations provide for attractive economics for Pryme’s future industrial-scale plants.
Pryme has the ambition to be a major player in the chemical recycling of plastics and secure a large share of what is expected to be a fast growing market. The primary aim of the company is to leverage its technology by developing a portfolio of owned-operated plants with strategic partners. In order to support this ambition, the organization will be strengthened by introducing a new CEO.
The position
The CEO joins at a moment of further expansion and professionalization for Pryme. The impact which he/she can make is significant. The CEO we are looking for is a strong leader with proven entrepreneurial skills to lead the company through a rapid expansion.
The core challenges of the role are to build a strong management team, develop a clear vision for growth and a sound strategy to achieve this. Thereby ensuring solid project delivery and operational performance, and maintaining the right balance between short term financial performance and longer term growth. By accelerated scale up, the CEO will grow the business case for advanced recycling above mechanical recycling, in line with the European Commission’s proposal for measures to speed up the transition towards a circular economy. The CEO will successfully position the company as a leader in advanced recycling through performance, technology, branding and market differentiation whilst building strong ESG credentials.
The CEO leads the company and is accountable to the supervisory board. The members of the supervisory board act as active sparring partners for the CEO.
Your profile
You have a completed Master’s Degree and 15-20 years of relevant management experience. You have an engineering background; a technical foundation supplemented by commercial exposure and work experience is a strong plus. You have a proven track record in technical leadership and project management.
We are searching for an outgoing, energetic, curious and natural leader with international experience, a drive to win, and the capability to motivate people. It is in your nature to look for opportunities instead of problems and you should get energy from the uphill battle that needs to be fought now and then. Given the current context of Pryme and the ambition for the future we are looking for an individual with a proven track record in natural leadership ability and high social competence. The new CEO should be a team player and have a strategic, entrepreneurial mind and strong commercial sense in order to create a successful path to profitable growth in an immature and developing market. As strong and inspiring figurehead of the company you are able to build confidence and engagement in Pryme, outside and within the company.
You have experience in commodity processing and the associated market and pricing dynamics. You have proven success in scaling early-stage industrial businesses. You have a track record that demonstrates strong strategic, entrepreneurial, commercial and business development skills. You have the European nationality and must be fluent in English. A good command of Dutch and other European languages is beneficial. Work experience in the Netherlands will be advantageous given the current and expected focus on the Rotterdam area.
The offer
Pryme believes in a circular future and is always looking for talented people to join the team and help them in their mission. The company has strong shareholder support, scalable technology, and a dedicated and proud team. Pryme strives for a culture that stimulates people to learn, make an impact, and get the most out of themselves.
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For more information please contact the consultant in charge:
Quirine Lisman of Gertjan van de Groep
+31 346 – 87 00 20 | info@vandegroep.nl