VP Forestry and Recycling

Hiab; Meppel; Remote; EUR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Flexible work options

Job summary

Hiab is seeking an experienced Vice President for the Forestry & Recycling Business Unit to own strategy, operations, and P&L across Europe. This leadership role demands a clear vision, strong execution, and a track record of growth in a global matrix.

You will shape long-term roadmaps, build leadership pipelines, and drive innovation with internal and external partners while traveling frequently.

Qualifications

• Academic degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven success leading large teams with P&L responsibility.
• Experience driving Lean and continuous improvement.
• Excellent English communication in a global matrix.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute long-term strategic roadmap for the Forestry & Recycling BU with full P&L accountability.
• Build leadership pipelines by mentoring and developing top talent for medium- and long-term growth.
• Develop scalable R&D, production, and technology platforms as core differentiators.
• Lead joint research with internal divisions, academic institutions, and industry partners.
• Secure governmental funding and tax incentives related to innovation where possible.
• Prioritize BU projects using clear business cases and governance.

Skills

Academic degree in Engineering

Leadership experience

P&L accountability

Lean & OPEX

Global matrix leadership

Fluent English

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Hiab is the pioneer in smart and sustainable on road load handling solutions. We believe in more than just work — we believe in making a difference for our customers to building a better tomorrow.

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Your mission

We are seeking an experienced, visionary, and results-driven Vice President for our Forestry & Recycling Business Unit. In this executive leadership role, you will take full strategic, operational, and P&L ownership of the business unit. You will define our long-term trajectory, optimize operational efficiency, accelerate technological innovation, and deliver market-leading, sustainable solutions that sharpen our competitive edge globally.

The position is open for Hiab locations within Europe; Work model can be hybrid or remote. Frequent travel required.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the long-term strategic roadmap for the Forestry & Recycling Business Unit, holding full P&L accountability to maximize profitability, market share, and enterprise value
• Build robust leadership pipelines by securing, developing, and mentoring top-tier talent equipped for medium- and long-term scaling
• Build and maintain scalable R&D, advanced production, and technology platforms that serve as core competitive differentiators across corporate divisions
• Spearhead innovation pipelines and joint research initiatives with internal divisions, academic institutions, and industry research partners
• Invest in supporting future competencies and differentiators and secure governmental funding and tax benefits related to innovation where possible
• Prioritise Business Unit's projects based on clear business cases and governance models.

What We Are Looking For

• An academic degree in Engineering or an equivalent blend of technical acumen and commercial expertise
• Solid leadership experience across production, R&D, or product management, backed by full P&L accountability and demonstrable business growth
• Proven track record of building, inspiring, and leading high-performing, diverse teams
• Strong Lean and OPEX foundation with a history of driving continuous improvement, optimizing workflows, and elevating organizational maturity
• Deep comfort operating in global matrix structures—skilled at coaching project leaders, aligning internal and external stakeholders, and driving results through influence rather than formal authority alone
• Highly analytical, autonomous, and delivery-focused mindset, adept at building trust during periods of change and communicating persuasively in fluent English.

What We Offer

As part of our Employees First culture, we offer opportunities to grow within a dynamic environment that values flexibility and your well‑being. We strive to make things easier, empower you to succeed, and strive for excellence in a positive and inclusive environment.

We Are Hiab

Hiab (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) is a leading provider of smart and sustainable on road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the best customer experience every day with the most engaged people and partners. As the industry pioneer, Hiab continues to make on road load-handling smarter, safer and more sustainable to build a better tomorrow.

www.hiabgroup.com