Rail Systems Business Manager - Germany

EWI are supporting a Leading international engineering firm who are requiring a Rail Systems Business Manager to be based in Nuremberg, Germany

The Business Manager is entrusted with a diverse array of responsibilities, ensuring the smooth operation, growth, and success of the company.

Proficiency in the German language (C1/C2) and at least a B1/B2 level of proficiency in English or French is required. Mobility and the ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Managing daily business operations.
• Strategically driving the achievement of corporate goals and implementing strategies.
• Coordinating and overseeing the company's Germany branch
• Monitoring and supporting subsidiary operations.
• Providing regular reports to the parent company's management.
• Preparing and facilitating Advisory Council meetings (held quarterly).
• Monitoring the company's financial performance, investments, and business opportunities.
• Developing and executing annual budgets and investment plans.
• Creating and implementing comprehensive business plans to contribute to the company's success.
• Cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with customers, business partners, and regulatory authorities.
• Developing and sustaining an effective marketing strategy.
• Spearheading research and development programs to maintain industry leadership.
• Analysing and resolving problematic situations and events to ensure the company's survival and growth.
• Ensuring that company policies and legal guidelines are understood and adhered to throughout the organisation.
• Delegating responsibilities and overseeing the work of managers.
• Managing risk and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Identifying potential process risks and taking measures to minimise them.
• Fulfilling accounting obligations, including tax and social security contributions.
• Continuously monitoring liquidity and managing debt.
• Optimising internal processes to enhance efficiency.
• Enhancing the company's reputation and profile.
• Contributing to the development and maintenance of the quality management system.

Jurisdiction and Responsibility:

The Business Manager holds significant responsibility and accountability, including:

• Ensuring sustainable and safe company development.
• Accountability for financial and accounting matters, including tax declarations.
• Compliance with employee-related obligations, including equal treatment, occupational safety, and health.
• Reporting to health and pension insurance providers, the employment agency, and other relevant entities.
• Meeting notification obligations to the commercial register.
• Upholding compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Ensuring the smooth operation of all company processes.
• Defining the company's development policy.
• Setting quality targets for the organisation.
• Ensuring implementation and compliance with occupational safety, safety regulations, and legal requirements.
• Maintaining confidentiality regarding trade secrets.

Competencies:

• Candidates for this role must meet at least one of the following requirements:
• Possess an engineering diploma.
• Hold a degree in business administration, economics, or a related field, or a bachelor's degree in management and controlling, or equivalent qualifications.
• Demonstrate entrepreneurial thinking and high motivation.
• Possess knowledge of certification, accreditation, and recognition processes.
• Have comprehensive knowledge of railway and light rail systems.
• Be familiar with relevant standards, such as ISO 9001, EN ISO/IEC 17020, EN ISO/IEC 17025, and EN ISO/IEC 17065.
• Understand principles and techniques of financial management.
• Exhibit excellent leadership skills.

Language:

German C1/C2 and English/French B1/B2

Key Words / SEO

Rail, Metro, Systems, certification, business development, Germany, General Manager, ISA, Senior Requirements, Consulting Engineering

Closing Statement

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the World's leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialise in recruiting experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

If you would like to be considered for any of the above mentioned roles, please contact Heather on h.mccoll(at)ewi-group.com

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.