Regional Chief Operating Officer

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems products services and digital applications Voith sets standards in the markets of energy paper raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867 the company today has around 20700 employees sales of 4.8 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Voith Hydro is hiring for:

Regional Chief Operating Officer
York PA

Summary The Regional COO for NA is a key member of the Regional Executive Leadership Team reporting directly to the Regional CEO and Global COO. Incumbent is responsible for the execution of operations throughout the region ensuring delivery performance quality efficiency and the highest standards of safety. This position oversees and optimizes core operational functions in the region namely Projects Engineering Supply Chain existing of Procurement and Logistics Manufacturing and Construction & Commissioning and holds the accountability for successful Project Execution in the dimensions time quality costs and safety alignment with the Global COO incumbent escalates if cross-regions delivery bottlenecks or major resource shifts are needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute global operational strategy that aligns with the companys vision and goals and support the companys growth and profitability by deploying global standards locally.
• Lead regional operations consisting of Projects Engineering Supply Chain existing of Procurement and Logistics Manufacturing and Construction & Commissioning
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients stakeholders partners and suppliers ensuring satisfaction and long-term collaboration.
• Oversee the planning execution and completion of EPC projects within the region ensuring they are delivered on time within budget and according to the existing global standards in quality and HSE.
• Owns the revenue recognition and forecast accuracy
• Ensure all projects and operations comply with legal regulatory and contractual requirements and manage operational project risks effectively.
• Optimize resources across local entities within the region and manage all operational aspects.
• Oversee budgeting forecasting and financial performance ensuring profitability and cost efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with the global team and adopt innovative practices to enhance operational efficiency project delivery and reduction of non-conformity-changes.
• Accountable for capability capacity and utilization management of all internal and external resources over the value stream of our offerings
• Lead mentor and develop a high-performing team of professionals fostering a culture of execution excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Engineering Industrial Management or related degree; MBA preferred.
• Proven track record (10 years) in senior operations roles within EPC contracting / Manufacturing ideally in the energy civil industrial technology or capital equipment sectors.
• Experience managing complex multi-site operations in an international environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems (ERP MES) supply chain optimization and digital transformation.
• Strong customer orientation combined with the ability to engage with customer Top Management but also operational staff
• Familiarity with energy industry dynamics including renewable energy.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through change restructuring and drive margin improvement.
• Availability to frequently travel to regional OUs manufacturing and project sites within the Region
• Outstanding leadership communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to closely work together with other functions like Technology and Finance.

Physical Demands

Employees in this position are regularly required to walk stand and use hands to finger handle or feel. They are frequently required to reach with hands and arms. They are often required to sit stoop kneel crouch or crawl. Employees are required to talk and hear in an industrial setting (noise level can be high at times) and regularly required to lift 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.

* This job description is not all encompassing however is intended to be a general description of the responsibilities of this position.

Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin protected veteran status or any other classification protected by federal state or local law. We welcome everyone to apply especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry including people of color LGBTQI community women individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen) Veterans people of any age or family status. We embrace the competitive advantage that diversity brings and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive of thought and talent.