Managing Director: Packaging Industry Performance Partner

Veldkamp Technische Service; Raalte; On-site; EUR 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Veldkamp Technische Service in the Netherlands is seeking a Managing Director to lead the next phase of development, transforming the company into a performance-driven, service-oriented and scalable organization within the packaging industry.

The role focuses on expanding recurring service models, building strategic customer relationships and driving sustainable growth while combining in-house expertise with external partnerships. Strong leadership and international exposure are valued.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in technical industries (machine building, industrial services, automation).
• Experience in industrial service environments and OEMs.
• Strong background in technical sales and business development.
• Proven servitization and recurring revenue experience.
• Track record scaling organizations and professionalizing operations.
• Experience in international organizations or group structures.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategy into a clear and executable growth plan.
• Drive expansion within the packaging sector and deliver profitable growth.
• Build a balanced mix of recurring and project-based revenue.
• Strengthen Veldkamp’s market position and brand recognition.
• Develop strategic customer relationships and key accounts.
• Lead business development activities with internal teams and external partners.
• Optimize planning, execution and operational efficiency.
• Increase scalability through standardization and productification.
• Ensure predictable delivery performance and high customer satisfaction.
• Build and develop a high-performing team and develop key talent.
• Professionalize the organization while maintaining its entrepreneurial culture.
• Leverage internal capabilities, XANO Group expertise and external partnerships.
• Improve margins through efficiency and repeatability.
• Maintain strong cash flow and financial discipline.

Skills

Entrepreneurial and decisive

Strong team builder

Future-oriented practical mindset

Executive communication

Strategic thinker hands-on

Resilient leadership

Job description

Veldkamp Technische Service in the Netherlands is seeking a Managing Director to lead the next phase of development, transforming the company into a performance-driven, service-oriented and scalable organization within the packaging industry.

The role focuses on expanding recurring service models, building strategic customer relationships and driving sustainable growth while combining in-house expertise with external partnerships. Strong leadership and international exposure are valued.