Head of DPS Americas Job at Burckhardt Compression AG., Houston, TX

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  • Burckhardt Compression AG.
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

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  • Define and implement the Regional BC(Burckhardt Compression) Digital Strategy to grow DPS (Digital Products and Services) business according to the Mid Range Plan 23-27 targets, in cooperation with DPS Global, SERV an SYST Region (respectively "Service" and "New Compressor" business)
  • Lead the subsidiary PSI ( Prognost Systems Inc) located in Houston , a subsidiary of PROGNOST Systems GmbH (Germany), fully owned by Burckhardt Compression AG (Corporate, Switzerland).
  • DPS Region Americas Top Line (Order Intake & Sales) and profit and loss responsibility for PSI legal entity (taking into consideration and in alignment with the internal intercompany rules)
  • Provide guidance and leadership to the Americas DPS (including PSI teams), overseeing sales, machinery diagnostic, engineering & manufacturing, field service, QEOHS and finance.
  • Integrate and work collaboratively with the Regional Americas BC team, with the Global function DPS and in general with the divisions SERV and SYST, to synchronize strategy and business objectives.
  • Utilize and monitor performance metrics to measure and enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Build and maintain a stable and high performing team with a strong talent pipeline.

Main Tasks:

  • Develop, implement and communicate a regional DPS strategy aligned with Global and Regional Mid-Range Plans (MRP).
  • Establish, articulate, and achieve financial, strategic, and operational targets for the region.
  • Continually monitor, evaluate, and optimize the financial performance of the company while providing accurate forecasting of results.
  • Reporting both to the management team of SERV Region Americas and to the PROGNOST Systems GmbH which is the 100% shareholder of PSI
  • Implement the best possible organizational structure, policies, guidelines and procedures to ensure the achievement of the goals and targets and e nsure compliance with global and local guidelines, regulations and legal frameworks.
  • Ensure the BC , Values and Behaviors and code of conduct are practiced from the top down, employees are held accountable, motivated and have the necessary skills to work effectively in a successful team.
  • Promote and maintain a positive work environment, encourage a culture with a growth mindset to improve employee engagement and teamwork.
  • Ensure resource planning, recruitment, performance management, training and professional development leading the team and motivating them to the highest performance.
  • Continuously seek potential new market opportunities in the AoR for BC and/or threats potentially harmful to BC.
  • Promote business in the overall Americas region in cooperation with existing BC subsidiaries.
  • Support and implement global projects, processes, guidelines and procedures as required
  • Oversee the sales activities and service operations, including field service, engineering, machinery diagnostic, customer support across Americas in cooperation.
  • Ensure a high-performing, cohesive sales strategy to grow revenue throughout Americas and evaluate Burckhardt Compression's market position, including customer base, sales, profitability, SWOT, and competition.
  • Establish and monitor a set of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for efficient order execution, organizational rightsizing, and maximizing operational efficiencies.
  • Drive year-over-year revenue growth by establishing a team to develop new customers, and geographic areas.
  • Lead development of service strategies to expand and strengthen client relationships and drive initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction through efficient service delivery.
  • Oversee a reliable and efficient supply chain to meet production and service demands and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Champion a culture of innovation and problem-solving and stay current with industry trends and best practices to drive operational and functional excellence.
  • Safety & Quality
  • Establish and maintain a zero Lost-Time Incidents goal annually.
  • Lead by example, reinforcing a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
  • Promote quality & safety initiatives within the organization.
  • Actively participate and encourage continuous improvement activities.
  • Additional duties as required.

Education/Experience/Knowledge:

  • Possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, specifically Electronic or a related field or equivalent working experience.
  • Ideally, hold a Business degree, with preference given to candidates with a MBA.
  • Demonstrate a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in similar industries, markets, and roles.
  • Understand digital solution (HW, SW) for machinery diagnostic, IoT / cloud solutions, basic of compressors machinery principle and operation.
  • Understanding of P&L performance management.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading teams and driving strategic initiatives and change initiatives.
  • Familiarity with international business practices and regulations.
  • Experience in mergers and acquisitions and business development would be a valuable asset.

Language knowledge:

English: fluent spoken and written.

Spanish – considered as an advantage

  • Customer focused and result-oriented
  • Travel 20-30% within North and South America and internationally as necessary
  • Strategic thinking, team worker, self-awareness, able to work in a culturally diverse environment, hands-on mentality,
  • Strong leadership and soft skills
  • Excellent communication skills including the ability to adapt the message and communication style to the audience
  • Trustable, convincing, loyal personality
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and experience in project management

Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s):

  • TRIR and other safety-related metrics
  • Order Intake, Sales and EBIT performance and accuracy
  • Operational results as defined
  • Employee Engagement Survey results, attrition rate
  • Other KPIs as defined in annual Goal Setting Process
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