Managing Director

Krones; Bhatti Wal; On-site; PKR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Krones Pakistan, based in Lahore, seeks a Managing Director to lead strategic growth and oversee all financial and compliance activities within Pakistan. The role demands a proven track record in corporate strategy, P&L ownership, and cross-functional leadership across IOS and Finance/Admin.

The successful candidate will shape local and regional initiatives, manage audits and regulators, and drive a high-performance culture while ensuring adherence to HQ standards and local regulations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a Managing Director or equivalent senior leadership role.
• Proven track record in corporate strategy development and execution, driving sustainable business growth.
• Full P&L ownership, including financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and manage the company to ensure sustainable growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
• Oversee all financial activities, including monthly/quarterly/year-end statements, IFRS reporting, forecasts, cash flow budgeting, and PCC.
• Ensure compliance with local law, tax regulations, transfer pricing rules, and corporate governance; serve as primary contact for auditors, tax authorities, banks, and insurance partners.
• Implement and improve internal control systems (ICS) and risk management processes, ensuring alignment with HQ requirements.
• Manage and further develop Sales, International Operations & Services (IOS), and Finance & Administration.
• Represent the company in all public, legal, and commercial matters, ensuring legitimacy and compliance of business operations.
• Identify market trends, economic developments, and risks, providing input for strategy development and countermeasures.
• Lead and develop the management team and workforce, ensuring high performance and strong people management.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial planning & control

Risk management

ERP systems proficiency

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering/Business/Economics

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Job Description:

“Innovative solutions for sustainable and affordable beverages, food and essentials” – we have a clear vision at Krones. For this purpose, we supply state-of-the‑art technology to our customers worldwide.

As a regional subsidiary, Krones Pakistan based in Lahore is the hub for all Krones activities in Pakistan. With our team of about 35 employees, we have made it our mission to provide our customers with outstanding support – throughout the entire Krones portfolio. This way we ensure the highest level of productivity and quality on a permanent basis.

Interested? Then join our team because: we can achieve more together!

Lets create impact beyond tomorrowWhat awaits you

• Lead, develop, and manage the company to ensure sustainable growth, profitability, and operational excellence.


• Oversee all financial activities, including monthly/quarterly/year-end statements, IFRS reporting, forecasts, cash flow budgeting, and Profit Center Calculation (PCC).


• Ensure compliance with local law, tax regulations, transfer pricing rules, and corporate governance; serve as primary contact for auditors, tax authorities, banks, and insurance partners.


• Implement and improve internal control systems (ICS) and risk management processes, ensuring alignment with HQ requirements.


• Manage and further develop Sales, International Operations & Services (IOS), and Finance & Administration.


• Represent the company in all public, legal, and commercial matters, ensuring legitimacy and compliance of business operations.


• Identify market trends, economic developments, and risks, providing input for strategy development and implementing countermeasures.


• Lead and develop the management team and workforce, ensuring a motivating, high performance culture and effective people management.

Your ProfileYou contribute

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. A combination of relevant technical and business expertise gained through professional experience will also be considered.


• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a Managing Director or equivalent senior leadership role, with full responsibility for business performance.


• Proven track record in corporate strategy development and execution, driving sustainable business growth


• Full P&L ownership, including financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow management


• Strong knowledge of financial management, controlling, and performance analytics


• Solid understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks, including labour law, taxation, customs, and social security


• Experience in risk management, including identification, mitigation, and governance


• Proficiency in ERP systems and data-driven decision-making


• Comprehensive operational leadership across functions such as Sales, After Sales/LCS, Engineering, Finance/Admin, and Operations (IOS)


• Expertise in market analysis, business development, and identifying growth opportunities Strong experience in matrix leadership and working in multicultural environments


• Oversight of infrastructure and facility management


• Strong leadership with the ability to coach, develop, and inspire high-performing teams


• High level of accuracy, discipline, and accountability, particularly in reporting and deadlines


• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities


• Deep understanding of cost optimization and profitability management


• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and support production and operations


• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, auditors, banks, and external partners


• Capability to design and implement structures, processes, and financial systems


• Strong commitment to corporate values, quality standards, and continuous improvement


• Willingness and ability to travel frequently


• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

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