Director, Linear Guides BU – Growth & P&L Leader

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Fort Mill (SC); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Generous retirement savings options

Professional development opportunities

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG seeks a Director for the Linear Guides business unit in Fort Mill, SC. This strategic role defines business development strategy, oversees operations, and assumes P&L responsibility for the unit.

You will shape objectives, budgets, and market initiatives, lead a global team, and drive customer-focused, high-quality performance across regions and product lines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in business administration, mechanics, automation, material engineering, or similar fields.
• 10+ years of progressive managerial experience.
• Exposure to international business and culture.
• Profound industry knowledge in the designated sector with experience in BU management, sales management, strategic planning, or product management.
• Market and competitor knowledge in the Industrial sector.
• Strong conceptual, analytical, and implementation abilities.
• Authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Define BU objectives, budgets, success metrics, and drive execution toward measurable results.
• Analyze market and competitor trends to guide product portfolio and business direction.
• Shape and implement marketing concepts to strengthen market penetration regionally and across products.
• Ensure strong customer service from technical and commercial perspectives, focusing on quality and responsiveness.
• Lead, develop, and empower your team with an innovative, performance-oriented environment.
• Provide coaching and feedback to employees, supporting goal setting and development planning.
• Manage multiple priorities, make decisions quickly, and collaborate with local and international stakeholders and customers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Market knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above

Job description

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG seeks a Director for the Linear Guides business unit in Fort Mill, SC. This strategic role defines business development strategy, oversees operations, and assumes P&L responsibility for the unit.

You will shape objectives, budgets, and market initiatives, lead a global team, and drive customer-focused, high-quality performance across regions and product lines.