GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA's success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
Provide strategic direction, people leadership and management of the local Farm Technologies division to maximize the realization of divisional strategic goals.
Act as Point of contact for divisions and/or business units.
Support the development and implementation of the division strategy and enrich these with local insights from customers, markets and local knowledge. Ensure implementation of these plans to drive the business results of GEA.
Develop comprehensive plans, including budgeting and forecasting, to drive the division's go-to-market strategy and operational effectiveness.
Lead strategic planning and implementation of sales and service strategies for the Farm Technologies division within the country.
Based on market analysis, develop the country market and identify potential growth opportunities, both organic and inorganic.
Ensure all GEA activities are in line with the compliance guidelines of GEA.
Harmonize procedures and activities together with the management team and in conjunction with the relevant global functions.
Maintain the Corporate and Company Culture within the Company to drive employee engagement, attraction and retention.
Ensure compliance with corporate policies and local laws. Ensure an effective risk management in conjunction with the management team.
Your profile and qualifications:Master's degree in Business, Management and / or technical discipline | MBA strongly preferred
M inimum of 10 years relevant work experience
Strong track record in steering a sales & service organization with a focus on adding sales growth
Advanced understanding in business development and experience in managing complex Change Processes
Familiarity of working in a manufacturing and engineering company with experience of selling not only complex products but also associated value added services
Preferably experience with and knowledge about M&A processes and sound knowledge of legal requirements pertaining to labor law, Health & Safety legislation Financial and Commercial regulations
Italian, English and preferably further languages
Analytical abilities, problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically
Excellent communication and public speaking skills
Leadership competencies (ability to lead & develop internationally and/or culturally diverse teams, strong top line and target orientation with a strong people orientation
Entrepreneurial skills (general manager orientation with a clear drive to strong customer orientation and understanding)
Interpersonal skills (power of persuasion, conviction and well-argued reasoning, proven to maintain & build up relationships and networks with relevant decision makers and stakeholders, strong communicator
GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.
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GEA is one of the world's largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services. Used across diverse industries, they enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally.
GEA is listed in the German MDAX and the STOXX Europe 600 Index and is also among the companies comprising the DAX 50 ESG and MSCI Global Sustainability Indices.
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