CEO / General Manager USA

Company Overview

Our client is a medium-sized, internationally active technology firm based in Europe. The company specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced metrology and automation technology solutions, catering to clients across various sectors including industry, research, medical technology, semiconductor technology, and other high-tech fields.

Role Overview

The North American subsidiary, already possessing strong customer ties and a solid market presence, presents considerable growth opportunities. We are seeking an entrepreneurial and commercially minded CEO / General Manager to lead the U.S. operations, enhance organizational structures, and drive future expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Assume full accountability for the U.S. subsidiary encompassing sales, business development, marketing, application support, and operational activities.
• Formulate and implement a sustainable growth strategy for the North American market in close coordination with international leadership.
• Strengthen existing customer relationships and identify new business opportunities within high-tech and OEM sectors.
• Hands-on leadership involving strategic management of key customers, partners, and distributors.
• Expand and advance the local sales team through leadership, mentoring, and team development initiatives.
• Boost the company’s reputation, market presence, and positioning within North America.
• Ensure seamless cooperation between the U.S. entity and the European headquarters.
• Stay informed on market trends, customer demands, competition, and relevant technological advancements.

Qualifications and Profile

• Entrepreneurial, growth-focused leader with practical, hands-on management skills; strong customer orientation and business development acumen.
• Completed degree in engineering, physics, metrology, electrical engineering, business administration, or an equivalent field.
• Several years in a leadership capacity within sales-driven environments.
• Demonstrated success in business development, market expansion, revenue growth, and strategic customer engagement in the U.S. market.
• Experience working with OEM clients, technical applications, and consultative selling approaches.
• Preferably knowledgeable in metrology, analytical instrumentation, sensing technologies, or related advanced technology sectors.
• Background in medium-sized entrepreneurial companies and experience nurturing small to medium sales teams.
• International exposure within European or global corporate settings is a plus.
• Willingness to travel across North America as required.

Opportunities and Benefits

• Key leadership role offering significant autonomy to influence a strategically important growth market.
• Responsibility for advancing an established U.S. organization grounded in strong technology foundations.
• Work within an international context featuring premium products, discerning clients, and promising long-term market prospects.
• Chance to enhance organizational frameworks, boost sales results, and elevate market standing sustainably.