Head of Product Management Excellence (f/m/d)
Coordinates the team of Product Managers in Business Unit LFF; the PMs are direct reports in the CoCs.
Needs to work in a matrix organization and in a coordination function.
Fosters close cooperation with R&D / Application Management.
Contributes to the alignment of strategic priorities and product development.
Defines the technology development requirements for all LFF business according to the PLM model and enhances communication.
Drives the defined technology development and innovation of the core technologies of LFF based on market requirements and business needs.
Ensures that technology development is supported by a short-term or long-term rationale – typically a business case including investment budget, business, and project plan – and that the business case is developed with valid input from relevant business owners and stakeholders.
Ensures all products are aligned with Digi / Sustainability and Service, according to current GEA design specs.
Drives the 'Add Better Labeling' initiative.
Aligns with other Business Units and Divisions regarding new technology development and supports respective application developments.
Supports KPIs and strategic targets set by GEA Management, with a special focus on sustainability.
Is a true champion for GEA values and objectives.
Masters’ Degree or PhD in a relevant scientific field, engineering, or similar.
Extensive experience in similar functions within engineering, process industry, equipment, or food & beverage manufacturing, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
Experience in technology management and/or product management.
Experience working in matrix organizations, especially influencing and leading without direct authority.
Fluent in English (verbal and written) and German (GER level B2 or above).
Project management experience within R&D.
End-to-end process insight.
Open-minded to new models, ideas, and innovations (change champion).
Strong communication and presentation skills.
For reasons of readability, no gender-specific differentiation is made in the job advertisement. The advertisement is explicitly aimed at all persons, regardless of gender or lack thereof.
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