About this vacancy
On behalf of our international client headquartered in Germany we are looking for a commercially minded President USA who will lead the company into the next phase. After the task of consolidating 2 existing subsidiaries in the high-end contract manufacturing and leak testing sectors, the focus will be on increasing market share for the company in the US.
About the company
Our client is a leading provider of high-quality leak testing and automation solutions, as well as precision CNC manufacturing services. Commitment to innovation and excellence has positioned the company as a key player in these industries, delivering advanced technology and exceptional service to their clients.
Your role
As President USA you will be responsible for the overall strategic direction, leadership, and management of the US subsidiary. The ideal candidate will have a technical background, a deep understanding of CNC manufacturing, and ideally also have experience in leak testing & automation. A proven track record of driving business growth, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction are strong indicators of a successful applicant . The President USA will work closely with the executive team in Germany, stakeholders, and the local leadership team to achieve the company's strategic objectives in the US.
What you'll do
General Management Tasks:
- Responsibility for the management of company processes and further development of an efficient and sustainable organization
- Overseeing and managing all technical areas, such as assembly, contract manufacturing, logistics, quality assurance, service, development & design
- Ensuring and optimizing organizational and technical processes, economic performance and operating results
- Strong focus on growth by creating and executing a viable sales strategy
- Monitoring market trends and competitors
- Manage and develop employees in accordance with a sustainable company growth
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Job Requirements
- BS or MS in a technical field with additional commercial training or MBA
- Management experience in the manufacturing sector as well as proven success in a similar function, preferably from a medium-sized company in an international environment
- The candidate should have a professional focus on parts production and their sales; plant engineering experience is desirable
- Experience in the development and management of personnel required
- Highly dynamic and goal-oriented, pragmatic personality with strong implementation skills and good interpersonal skills
- Existing networks in the mechanical engineering and leak testing sectors desirable
- Approachable, authentic, value-oriented, structured, hands-on, team player
- Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English
- Ability to travel 10-15%; international trips especially to Germany are required
- German language skills are a plus
What the company offers
- A very exciting challenge with overall management responsibility
- Management role in a growing company within a future-proof and challenging environment
- Opportunity to lead the company into the next phase and further develop the appropriate structures and skills within the company
- Attractive compensation package and performance based bonus payments.
- Car allowance
- Comprehensive benefits package
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Relocation assistance is possible for the right candidate.