KLR Executive Search Group is proud to partner with Eastern Fisheries, Inc. to recruit a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for its New England-based operations. Eastern Fisheries is a vertically integrated seafood company built through a partnership between two established family organizations, with operations spanning harvesting, processing, and global distribution and a workforce of over 200 employees in the U.S. and 450 internationally.

This is a senior leadership role within a well-established, relationship-driven organization undergoing a transition from a founder-led model to a more scalable, professionally managed enterprise. The CEO will report to the Board of Directors and work closely with ownership to drive operational excellence, organizational alignment, and long-term growth. This role requires a balance of hands-on leadership and strategic vision, with a strong focus on building structure, developing talent, and enhancing overall business performance.

Responsibilities:

Oversee financial, operational, and commercial performance of the business.
Implement KPIs, reporting structures, and operating cadence across all functions.
Strengthen leadership team effectiveness, succession planning, and accountability.
Improve cross-functional alignment across sales, operations, and supply chain.
Enhance sales discipline, pricing visibility, and margin performance.
Develop and execute the Company’s strategic roadmap in partnership with the Board.
Manage global operations and complex international supply chain dynamics.
Evaluate and refine organizational structure, roles, and responsibilities.
Drive process improvement and operational efficiency across the business.
Build scalable systems and infrastructure to support long-term growth.

Qualifications:

Proven track record as a CEO, President, or senior executive driving growth and profitability.
Experience in food, manufacturing, distribution, or related industries preferred.
Demonstrated success in scaling founder-led, family-owned, or privately held businesses.
Strong operational leadership with the ability to build structure and systems.
Experience working with Boards and navigating multi-stakeholder environments.
International business and supply chain experience preferred.
Strong financial acumen and understanding of performance management.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

Base salary range of $375,000 – $450,000.
Bonus opportunity based on individual and company performance.
Comprehensive benefits package.

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