Responsibilities / Tasks
1. Coordinates the team of Product Managers in Business Unit LFF; the PM are direct reportsin the CoCs
2. Needs to work in a Matrix organization and in a coordination function.
3. Foster a close co-operation with R&D/Application Management
4. Contributes to the alignment of the strategic priorities and the product development
5. Definesthe technology development requirements for allLFF businessaccording to the PLM model and enhances the communication
6. Drivesthe defined technology development and innovation of the core technologies of LFF based on market requirements and business needs
7. Ensures that technology development is supported by a short-term or long-termrationale – typically a business case incl. investment budget, business and project plan – and that the business case is developed byvalid input from relevant business owners and other stakeholders
8. Ensures that all Products are aligned with Digi/ Sustainability and Service, according to current GEA design specs.
9. Drives the Add Better Labeling
10. Aligns with other Business Units and/or Divisions in terms of the development of new technologies and supportsthe respectiveapplication developments
11. Supportsthe KPIs and strategictargets given by the GEA Managementwhile having a special focus onSustainability
12. Is a true champion for the GEA values | objectives
Your Profile / Qualifications
13. Masters’ Degree or PhD in relevant scientific field or Engineering or similar
14. Extensive experience in similar functions in either engineering, process industry, equipment or food & beverage manufacturing incl. 5+ years in a leadership role
15. Experience in technology management and/or Product Management
16. Experience in matrix organizations, especially influencing and leading without direct authority
17. Fluent in English (verbally and in writing) and German (GER level B2 and above)
18. Project Management within R&D
19. End-to-end process insight
20. Commercial understanding
21. Open-minded to new models, ideas and innovation (change champion)
22. Good people management skills
23. Strong communication and presentation skills