General Manager
Kronospan
General Manager
Kronospan
Online platform for wood-based panel sourcing
As the General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in setting up and growing our business in the United States. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's operations in the region, from legal setup to the recruitment of staff, to day-to-day operations. You will work closely with our leadership team in Europe and report directly to the Managing Director, ensuring that we execute our expansion plan effectively and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the establishment of the company's operations in the US, including legal registration, facilities setup, and hiring processes.
• Build and manage a local team, including recruiting, training, and developing the team.
• Oversee the delivery of engineering projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Maintain financial oversight, managing budgets, forecasts, and profitability.
• Report regularly to the MD on progression of projects and adherence to budgets.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in a leadership role, in engineering and construction industry, with at least 10 years mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience in managing budgeting, project pipelines and engineering teams.
• Ability to build and nurture relationships with local stakeholders, including government agencies, clients, and vendors.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take initiative and drive business growth.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English, fluency in German would also be advantageous.
• Strong project management skills and experience overseeing complex projects.
• The opportunity to lead a high-profile expansion into a new market.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative work environment.
• Support from an experienced team to ensure success.
If you are a strategic leader with a passion for engineering and growth, and you thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment, we would love to hear from you. Join us in this exciting new chapter as we expand into the USA and create lasting value in the region.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line Ceatec - General Manager.
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Kronospan Express is an online portal for architects and specification professionals worldwide, offering a broad selection of wood-based panels for furniture, interior design, and exterior surfaces. The platform provides product information, samples, and support to answer aesthetic or durability questions, helping designers specify Kronospan materials in projects. Its products are distributed via a global range of decors and surface finishes, with a focus on contemporary and future-oriented architectural panels. The platform differentiates itself by serving professionals at a global scale with a unified decor range, easy access to samples and technical information, and a commitment to continuous improvement in surface materials. The company’s goal is to meet the evolving needs of designers, architects, and craftsmen while generating revenue through the sale of its wood-based panel products and related offerings.
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