Director Project and Services DACH

The Director of Projects and Services is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the Projects and Services organization in the DACH region. This person will need to implement the strategy per European guidelines and define and build the annual operating budgets.

Additionally, the individual will ensure the necessary capacities and skills for the effective execution of projects and maintenance activities. They will define and implement the personnel and material resources, as well as the means required to achieve the objectives.

We look forward to seeing your application!

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• To work with the regional and local management teams to implement the SYSS strategic plan, taking into account regional and WA objectives.
• To develop annual operating plans to provide implementation capacity and ensure delivery in accordance with customers' requirements and Emerson business objectives, in conjunction with regional and country Sales leadership 
• To be an integral part of the regional management team to ensure alignment with all functional groups and local administrative requirements.
• Within the region, develop industry-centric capabilities to increase customer alignment with Emerson's domain expertise. Leverage resources and management teams across the region, enhancing productivity and customer satisfaction.
• To participate in the development of European operations initiatives and ensure deployment and adoption within the region. 
• To drive and embed a culture of continuous improvement and innovation that engages employees in the success of the company.
• To leverage the capabilities of the European and Global Centers of Excellence to enhance the performance and cost efficiency of the organization in the region.
• Ensure diversity and inclusion are central to all developments and planning

Who You Are:

You serve as a strategic partner to build, grow, and maintain profitable and long-lasting relationships with key accounts. You instill and sustain organization-wide energy to show what is possible. You remain energized and effective when faced with ambiguity and uncertainty. You model high standards of honesty and integrity. You pursue everything with energy, drive, and the need to finish. You are the first to spot possible future policies, practices, and trends in the organization, with the competition, and in the marketplace. You model and encourage the expression of diverse ideas and opinions. You address difficult issues with optimism and confidence. You view talent development as an organizational imperative.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience in a relevant field (e.g., business, communications, automation).
• Demonstrated experience in the automation industry with broad technical knowledge of different industry segments (Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Refining, Pharma, Energy etc).
• Demonstrated ability in operational management roles, minimum of 10 years.
• Proficiency in English for making presentations, negotiating, and interacting in daily written and verbal communication.
• Strong customer interfacing skills and commercial savvy.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Additional education in business administration, operations, or project management is considered a plus.
• Extensive understanding and experience of business drivers in Project Management.
• Familiarity with service management and service excellence.
• Consistent record of effective leadership and line management.
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment within a sophisticated matrix organization.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives because we know that great ideas come from phenomenal teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results!