Product Line Manager, Industrial Brakes (m/f/d)

Job description

Our innovative industrial client in Bad Homburg is looking for a Production Division Manager (m/f/d) with a background in mechanical engineering, specifically in the field of industrial brakes.

Make a difference—take on responsibility and help drive the company forward together with your team!

Benefits

• A position of responsibility with a great deal of creative freedom 
• A motivated team with a high level of technical expertise
• Quick decision-making processes and direct, straightforward coordination
• The opportunity to quickly take on responsibility, as well as a wide range of career development opportunities 
• A growing sector with a clear strategic focus and outlook
• Our company cafeteria is available during your breakfast and lunch breaks 
• Flexible work schedules under a trust-based work schedule
• Whether it's sports or team events—our "Fit & Fun" program offers variety and fosters team spirit
• Job-Bike: Take advantage of our Job-Bike program for a subsidized bicycle lease
• Thanks to excellent transportation access and free employee parking, you can start your day stress-free

Tasks

• Technical and disciplinary responsibility for and leadership of the seven-member Brakes client team, consisting of product management, sales, and engineering 
• Supporting major clients in collaboration with our national account managers and our international subsidiaries
  Acquiring new clients
• Development and implementation of a new business plan for brakes
• Technical development and adaptation of products to market and customer requirements
• Market and competition monitoring
• Development of Marketing Campaigns
• Managing large client projects, including preparing proposals
• Contact Person for International Subsidiaries
• Supporting the customer service team with day-to-day order processing
• Assistance with personnel and cost planning for the product division

requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering / mechanical engineering
• Several years of leadership experience 
• At least 5 years of professional experience in the design or technical sales of mechanical drive components, ideally brakes
• Very good knowledge of English
• Analytical and structured approach to work
• A strong, assertive, and dynamic personality
• Close collaboration, both professionally and personally—you not only excel technically, but also actively contribute to the team:
  • You foster communication within the team and proactively reach out to your employees and partners at various touchpoints
  • They foster a culture of open communication
  • You take responsibility and make well-informed decisions while keeping your focus on what matters most