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

Burckhardt Compression (US) Inc.; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Professional development

Pension plan

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Burckhardt Compression AG in Winterthur is seeking a Vice President, Systems Division EMEA to shape regional strategy and lead cross-functional teams across the EMEA region. You will grow compressor systems sales by capturing new opportunities, manage budgets and KPIs, ensure on-time delivery, build strong customer relationships, and drive continuous improvement in operations, quality, and profitability.

The role offers a flexible, hybrid working environment with opportunities to influence

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, or 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) is required; knowledge of other languages relevant to the EMEA region is a plus.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Strategic leadership

EMEA sales experience

Cross-functional leadership

German & English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, or related field

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Job description

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
• Above-average pension fund
• Appreciative and inclusive corporate culture
• Demonstrated lived values that value diversity
• Dynamic, international environment with committed employees
• Structured induction process
• Short public transport connections

Burckhardt Compression AG | Location: Winterthur

Tobias Wyser | Phone: [phone]

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.