Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from Morgan Latif | B CorpI help my clients to hire and develop diverse high performing leadership teamsMorgan Latif is a specialist leadership search and development consultancy. We help our clients across various sectors, including Industrial Technology, Packaging, Consumer, E-mobility, and Medical & Dental Technology, to deliver on their transformation and diversity goals. Our mission is to combine traditional recruitment and coaching methods with new technology, providing tailored and innovative solutions to our clients and candidates.Exciting Career Opportunity: Vice President, Business Unit – Industrial Machinery | PE-backed Growth Firm | Darmstadt, Germany Are you a dynamic, results-driven leader with a passion for industrial machinery and scaling businesses to new heights?Join a highly successful, PE-backed industrial machinery business located in the vibrant city of Darmstadt, Germany, as our Vice President, Business Unit. This is an opportunity to be at the helm of innovation, transformation, and exceptional growth within a leading business that’s revolutionizing its industry.About Us:We’re a fast-growing, established industrial machinery company with a proven track record of success, generating €120 million in annual revenue and employing a talented workforce of 500+ professionals. Backed by a top-tier Private Equity firm, we are ready to expand and drive forward-looking strategies to propel the business to the next level.The Role:As the Vice President, Business Unit, you’ll lead a highly skilled team and oversee the strategic direction, growth, and operational excellence of one of our core business units. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the company’s future by leveraging your leadership expertise to drive:Revenue growth and market expansion across global marketsOperational efficiencies through innovation and best practicesFinancial performance improvement and maximizing profitabilityDevelopment and execution of long-term business strategiesBuilding strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and internal teamsIdentifying and executing on new business opportunities, while nurturing existing onesKey Responsibilities:Lead and manage the P&L for your business unit, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and objectivesProvide strategic direction, mentorship, and support to the leadership teamDrive sustainable business growth and operational improvementsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to execute high-impact initiativesPlay a key role in M&A strategies, capital raising, and integration processes in alignment with our PE partnersWhat We Are Looking For:Proven experience in a senior leadership role within the industrial machinery sector or related industriesSomeone who has previous experience in managing multi site operations would be preferableSomeone with a Commercial & Operations background is highly desirable.A track record of successfully scaling a business, driving growth, and optimizing operationsExceptional financial acumen and experience in managing P&L and profitabilityStrong leadership, communication, and team-building skillsExperience working with or in private equity-backed organizationsFluent in English; German proficiency is a plus.This is a transformational leadership role offering the opportunity to make a lasting impact on an innovative industrial machinery company backed by private equity.If you are a strategic leader ready to take on a pivotal role in a fast-paced, growth-focused business, we want to hear from you!Apply today and be part of our exciting journey toward excellence and innovation.Seniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionManufacturingIndustriesIndustrial Machinery Manufacturing and Machinery ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Morgan Latif | B Corp by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Vice President Business” roles.Sr. Director, Global Marketing and StrategyDirector, Global Process Owner Record to Report (all genders)Senior Director Accounting and Controlling EMEADirector Clinical Pharmacology (all genders) - full-time/part-time possibleAssistant/Associate Director - Sales & Business DevelopmentWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr