VP, Systems Division – EMEA Growth Leader

Burckhardt Compression; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 210,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work

Professional development opportunities

Above-average pension fund

Diverse and inclusive culture

Structured induction process

Short commutes

Job summary

Burckhardt Compression AG in Winterthur seeks a strategic leader to head the Systems Division for the EMEA region. You will drive regional growth, steer cross-functional teams, and strengthen customer relationships while ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and stringent quality control.

The role requires proven senior management experience in the industrial/compression sector, fluency in German and English, and a track record of delivering profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or related field.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Proven senior management leadership in industrial/compression sector.
• Fluency in German and English.

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

Senior leadership

Sales leadership

EMEA experience

Financial acumen

Cross-functional teamwork

German and English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or engineering

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Burckhardt Compression AG in Winterthur seeks a strategic leader to head the Systems Division for the EMEA region. You will drive regional growth, steer cross-functional teams, and strengthen customer relationships while ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and stringent quality control.

The role requires proven senior management experience in the industrial/compression sector, fluency in German and English, and a track record of delivering profitability.