VP & Head of Product Area Equipment
ASSA ABLOY is the global leader in access solutions. We are 63,000 employees in more than 70 countries around the world with a uniquely decentralized business model. Our largest division Entrance Systems offers solutions for an efficient and safe flow of goods and people. Our range includes a wide portfolio of automatic doors, industrial doors, quick roll doors, hangar doors, loading and docking systems and service.
The Business Segment Pedestrian (BSP) is a key part of the ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems Division, encompassing Sliding Doors, Swing Doors, Security Entrance Control & Revolving Doors, and Airtight Doors. BSP is the division’s second-largest segment, with 7,000 employees and annual revenue of about €1.5 billion.
As Vice President & Head of Product Area Equipment within Pedestrian, you will lead the Product Units and oversee product development, launches, R&D, and product management. This role involves managing and optimizing one of the division’s fastest-growing global product areas, which generates over €600 million in turnover. Reporting directly to the global Head of Business Segment Pedestrian and serving as a member of the Segment Management Team, you will play a vital role in our organisation.
Location: Fehraltorf, Switzerland
Reporting: Head of Business Segment Pedestrian.
Key Responsibilities:
- Head up the Product Area Equipment´s Management Team, which includes PU Sliding Doors, PU Swing Doors, PU Security Entrance Control & Revolving Doors, PU Airtight Doors, Shared Technologies and Installation.
- Overall P&L responsibility >600 M€ (in a matrix) with a Headcount of >550 employees.
- Define and execute the strategy for the PA Equipment. Drive growth, profitability, operational excellence and continuous improvement of the Product Area.
- Set targets and follow KPIs. Continue to develop a culture of continuously improved competitiveness in product offerings.
- Work to improve internal efficiency and processes, and ensure an effective, accountable, motivated organization that focuses on our strategy of being a product-driven organization with customer focus.
What we are looking for:
- Proven Executive – Minimum 10 years of senior leadership experience with P&L responsibility, combined with strong general management capability, solid exposure to manufacturing and supply chain.
- Industry Experience – Exposure to industrial/equipment/manufacturing industries with a proven track record of delivering commercial and business results.
- Product & Innovation – Deep understanding of building, developing, and optimizing a global product-driven business. Passion for product innovation and driving cutting-edge solutions to market.
- Team Builder & Coach – Skilled in developing winning teams through analytics, follow-up, and motivational leadership.
- Change Driver – Experienced in leading improvement initiatives and managing transformation in complex organizations.
- Global Perspective – Background in decentralized, international, multifunctional organizations.
We review applications regularly, so don’t wait!
Just set up your profile and apply no later than the 13th of February. To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post. If you have any questions about the role or the process, email Virginia Marchioro in Executive Searach, at virginia.marchioro@assaabloy.com
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