Vice President Systems Division EMEA Region 100% (f/m/d)

Burckhardt Compression AG.; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working conditions

Versatile and autonomous activities

Professional development opportunities

Structured induction process

Short public transport connections

Diversity and inclusive culture

Job summary

Burckhardt Compression AG in Winterthur seeks a visionary Vice President for the Systems Division EMEA, leading cross-functional teams to grow compressor systems sales and optimize operations across the region.

You will shape regional strategy, manage budgets and KPIs, and report to senior management while fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture in a dynamic international environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or related field; MBA preferred.
• Proven senior management leadership in industrial/compression systems.
• Extensive experience in sales, business development, and project/operations management in EMEA.
• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Lead the Systems Division’s EMEA business and shape regional strategy with cross-functional teams.
• Grow compressor systems sales by capturing new opportunities and leading the team to achieve sales targets.
• Build lasting customer relationships and deliver solutions that exceed expectations.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget project delivery that meets quality standards and maximizes profitability.
• Oversee Winterthur operations: manufacturing, production control, maintenance, quality, materials and process engineering.
• Manage regional budgets, forecasts and financial plans aligned with corporate goals; take corrective action to meet targets.
• Set KPIs and drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency, customer satisfaction and employee engagement.
• Champion Burckhardt Compression Group values and ethical leadership; ensure compliance with laws, regulations and internal policies.
• Report on regional performance, opportunities and challenges to senior management, fostering open communication and collaboration.

Skills

Leadership experience

Sales leadership

EMEA region experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/engineering

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Job description

Job Type: Hybrid

Location: Winterthur, Zurich, CH

Oct 30, 2026

Shape our compressor systems business across EMEA and drive regional growth as our

Vice President Systems Division EMEA Region 100% (f/m/d)

Your daily contribution:

• Lead the Systems Division’s EMEA business and shape regional strategy with cross-functional teams
• Grow compressor systems sales by capturing new opportunities and leading the team to achieve sales targets
• Build lasting customer relationships and deliver solutions that exceed expectations
• Ensure on-time, on-budget project delivery that meets quality standards and maximizes profitability
• Optimize project execution through best practices, greater efficiency and effective risk management
• Oversee Winterthur operations: manufacturing, production control, maintenance, quality, materials and process engineering
• Manage regional budgets, forecasts and financial plans aligned with corporate goals; take corrective action to meet targets
• Set KPIs and drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency, customer satisfaction and employee engagement
• Champion Burckhardt Compression Group values and ethical leadership; ensure compliance with laws, regulations and internal policies
• Report on regional performance, opportunities and challenges to senior management, fostering open communication and collaboration

Your Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Proven track record of successful leadership in a senior management role within the industrial/compression systems sector
• Extensive experience in sales, business development, and project / operations management in the EMEA region
• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken) a must; knowledge of other languages relevant to the EMEA

Your Personality:

• Strong financial acumen and the ability to drive financial performance to meet targets
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance
• Strategic thinker with a problem-solving mindset and the capacity to make sound decisions

We offer:

• Flexible and hybrid working conditions
• Versatile and autonomous activities and tasks
• Working environment with professional development opportunities
• Participation in job-related training and further education
• Appreciative and inclusive corporate culture
• Demonstrated lived values that value diversity
• Dynamic, international environment with committed employees
• Structured induction process
• Short public transport connections

Note:

Applications from external recruitment agencies cannot be considered

Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long-term success of its customers. The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Since 1844, its passionate, customer-oriented and solution-driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry.