Global Head of Industry

Company Background

Our client is a globally operating industrial company ranked among the leading suppliers of components and system solutions for machinery and plant engineering. With several thousand employees, the company develops and manufactures technologically sophisticated solutions for industrial applications. The enterprise maintains an international presence with global production and sales networks across Europe, Asia, and North America. It collaborates closely with its customers to support the implementation of complex industrial applications. In a challenging market environment, the current focus is on advancing and adapting global structures, particularly emphasizing efficiency improvements, process harmonization, and sustainable alignment of international production and supply networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute global industry strategies targeting customer markets.
• Analyze international market, technology, and industry trends to identify new growth opportunities.
• Develop and manage worldwide go-to-market strategies while prioritizing key target markets and major accounts.
• Collaborate closely with sales, product management, marketing, and regional teams worldwide to ensure a unified industry strategy.
• Advance global industry roadmaps and support portfolio development efforts.
• Represent the company at international customer engagements, partner meetings, and industry events.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Successfully completed degree in engineering or business administration.
• Several years of professional experience in industry management, market management, business development, or sales.
• Strong understanding of industrial applications.
• Experience in crafting and implementing international market and industry strategies.
• Highly developed analytical and strategic thinking skills coupled with confident presence in an international setting.
• Fluency in English with negotiation-level proficiency.