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General Manager

๐Ÿข ESCATEC Switzerland AG ๐Ÿ“ heerbrugg ๐Ÿ“… 24 October 2026

Job Description

About UsWe are specialized in designing and manufacturing high-grade electronics and electro-mechanical solutions for disruptive Industrial, Medical, and Transportation OEMs. With a commitment to innovation and quality, we strive to deliver exceptional products that meet the highest standards. Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and providing our clients with cutting-edge solutions that drive their success. Join us and be a part of a dynamic company that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence.The RoleAs General Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the performance, profitability, and sustainable growth of the Independent Business Unit (IBU). You will lead the management team, drive operational excellence, and ensure that the business unit delivers on its strategic and financial objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesTake overall responsibility for the business operations, profitability, and sustainable growth of the IBU.Lead and develop the management team while promoting ESCATECโ€™s vision, mission, and values.Coordinate activities across the IBU and ensure the effective implementation of approved business plans to achieve defined goals and objectives.Drive operational excellence and continuously evaluate the effectiveness of operations, processes, and organizational performance.Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and ESCATECโ€™s Standard Operating Procedures (ESCASOP).Develop and grow business with existing customers while actively supporting business development activities for new accounts.Analyze costs, operational performance, activities, and forecast data to monitor progress against business objectives and identify opportunities for improvement.Prepare the annual IBU budget and, once approved, take appropriate actions to achieve or exceed agreed financial targets.Maintain and ensure the effectiveness of the internal control system to support sound business and financial management.Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and high performance across the organization.Key Result Areas (KRA)Achieve agreed profitability (NPAT) targets.Ensure strong customer satisfaction and delivery performance.Maintain high quality standards and minimize customer complaints.Optimize inventory levels and inventory ratio.Drive strong return on capital employed (ROCE).Ensure effective working capital utilization.Skills, Experience & QualificationPossess at least a Bachelorโ€™s Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree or masterโ€™s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical), Engineering (Electrical/Electronic), Engineering (Industrial) or equivalentEntrepreneurship, management skills and leadership skillsResourceful, pro-active, independent and result oriented personalityAt least 10 years of relevant working experience in similar fields and positionsExcellent command of German and English #J-18808-Ljbffr

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