Head of Technical Customer Consulting

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA's success - come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.Position typeFull timeSite GEA Food & Healthcare Technologies is responsible for machines for making pasta and bakery products, slicing and packaging meat and cheese, as well as chicken nuggets and frozen foods, as well as machines for the pharmaceutical industry, among othersAre you a dynamic and experienced people manager with a technical background?Do you want to lead an international team and do you have experience with internal and external stakeholder management?For our Food Processing site Bakel (NL) we are seeking a Head of Technical Customer Consulting. Your responsibilities and tasks:As Head of Technical Customer Consulting you will be responsible for operational leadership, internal and external stakeholder management, transforming the cost center into a profit center, and implementing effective change management strategies. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with clients to understand their needs, possess a deep understanding of end-to-end processes, and have the ability to design and optimize these processes to drive efficiency and value.Tasks:Responsible for the Application Team and Technology Center Food Processing in Bakel.Lead and mentor an international team of Application Specialist to ensure optimal performance and achievement of goals.Effectively coordinate team activities, projects, and resources to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of services.Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that promotes innovation, knowledge sharing, and professional development.Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients and partners.Builds network of startups, universities, (key) customers to monitor and understand how technologies, applications and market demands evolve.Collaborate closely with clients to understand their technology needs, challenges, and objectives.Act as a liaison between different teams and departments to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.Stimulate entrepreneurship to turn customer needs into business opportunities.Drive the transformation of the cost center into a profit center through innovative strategies and initiatives.Implement change management processes to ensure smooth transitions and adoption of new approaches.Your profile and qualifications:Bachelor's or Master's degree e.g. in Food Technology, Engineering, Business Administration.At least 5 years relevant experience, preferably experience in Food Business.Process oriented mind-set.Strong understanding of corporate finance and performance management principles.Self-starter with the ability to take initiatives.Good network with customers, universities, professional networksFluent Dutch and English language skills.What do we offer:Competitive salary and 8% holiday payment.25 vacation days and 13 ADV days based on full-time employment.Possibility of collective health insurance.Homework allowance (40% homework based on fulltime employment).Compensation for your sports subscription. What happens once your application is submitted? You will receive an email when your application has been processed. One of our Talent Acquisition Specialists will review and verify if the application meets the qualifications of the role. If your application has been successfully verified, you will be invited to a first interview either virtually or face-to-face. Usually after the second/third interview round we will make a decision.Please do not hesitate to reach out to our team at any stage of your application. GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified. GEA careersJoin a top employerGEA is certified as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute for Europe. We have high scores for Leadership, Ethics & Integrity and Sustainability.GEA careersA world of opportunitiesWe're a global industrial engineering company and one of the world's largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors, and many others. GEA offers exciting and diverse training and career opportunities around the world.GEA's heritage stretches back more than 140 years. Today, we operate in resilient customer industries with a dedicated workforce of more than 18,000 employees and conduct business with more than 150 countries.Stay in touch with GEA innovations and stories by signing up for news from GEA.We are here to help! With just a few details we will be able to respond to your inquiry. GEA is one of the world's largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services. Used across diverse industries, they enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally. GEA is listed in the German MDAX and the STOXX Europe 600 Index and is also among the companies comprising the DAX 50 ESG and MSCI Global Sustainability Indices. 

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