Managing Director (m/f/d) SCHOTTEL Nederland B.V.

SCHOTTEL Nederland B.V.

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Managing Director (m/f/d) SCHOTTEL Nederland B.V., 1. Bild

Welcome on board at SCHOTTEL Nederland B.V.

SCHOTTEL Nederland B.V. is a wholly owned subsidiary of SCHOTTEL GmbH, a global leader in controllable propulsion and manoeuvring systems for ships and offshore applications. Based in Zoetermeer, the Netherlands, SCHOTTEL Nederland has been supporting customers in the BeNeLux region for more than 60 years.

With a strong local team and a fully equipped workshop, SCHOTTEL Nederland offers sales support for newbuild projects as well as comprehensive service solutions, including repairs, conversions and spare-parts supply. As part of the international SCHOTTEL Group, we are seeking an experienced and driven Branch Manager to lead SCHOTTEL Nederland B.V. The ideal candidate combines strong technical or commercial expertise with excellent leadership capabilities to drive both sales and service operations.

We offer:

A key leadership position with a high level of entrepreneurial responsibility
Significant scope for shaping and developing the business
An international working environment with short decision-making paths
Attractive compensation and benefits package with long-term career perspective within a stable and successful group

Your key responsibilities include:

Overall management of SCHOTTEL Nederlands BV with approximately 30 employees
Full responsibility for achieving the strategic and operational targets, including utilization, cost efficiency and overall profitability
Leading, developing, and motivating well-established teams through strong strategic and hands-on leadership
Managing and developing customer relationships and customer processes in line with corporate guidelines and in close coordination with the board
Ensuring efficient, goal-oriented, and cost-effective operational processes while complying with industry standards and corporate policies
Planning and implementing local marketing and sales initiatives, such as customer events
Ensure alignment with the company’s global strategy and collaborate closely with other international subsidiaries
Report directly to the Headquarters in Germany
Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement

Your profile:

Successfully completed a technical degree in Engineering or a commercial degree in Business Administration or a comparable qualification
Several years of professional experience in a senior management role, e.g. Branch Manager, Sales Director or Site Manager
In-depth knowledge of the maritime industry, including markets, suppliers and customers
Proven experience in people management as well as strong knowledge of controlling instruments and P&L responsibility
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop employees
Excellent communication skills and a confident, professional and approachable manner when dealing with employees, customers and suppliers
Fluent in English (required)
Dutch language skills preferred
Strong communication and negotiation skill
Ability to work effectively in an international and intercultural environment
Strategic thinker with hands‑on mentality