Vice President Technologies Cybex Group (m/f/d)
Bayreuth, DE
Areas of responsibilities:
- Head of R&D activities of the entire product portfolio of the Cybex Group. Focus Hard-Parts, Mechatronics, Detailed Eng., Crash, Simulation (CAE and Multi Body), Biomechanics, Labs, Industrial Eng, Patents etc.
- Responsible for the global Cybex Technologies team in Bayreuth, Vienna, Prag, Charlotte and Kunshan
- Lead the execution of technology strategy for technology platforms, partnerships, and external relationships
- Set standards, guidelines and processes across the group
- Steer and deploy sustainable product development activities
- Develop and broaden the product portfolio and generate and realize new product ideas
- Improve and implement processes, structures and used tools in the R&D area especially the product development process
- Anticipate and react to major technology changes to ensure the maintenance of company leadership in the competitive landscape
- Establish technical standards and ensure adherence to them for product development and company operations
- Support to lead innovation for the business and drive improvement in product development and processes
- Recognize and incorporate industry-related advances in technology
Your profile of qualification:
- Studies of Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or similar education and excellent technical understanding
- Profound years relevant work experience, preferably in an international environment
- High Leadership experience regarding interdisciplinary international teams and in a complex matrix organization
- Management track record in family-owned companies appreciated
- Several years of experience regarding complex mechatronic products
- Proven track record of successfully managed product development projects, preferably in the consumer area about safety-related products
- Excellent English and German skills