(Senior) Manager Strategic Projects – Division Board Office (m/f/d)

Stellenbeschreibung:

GEA Farm Technologies is one of the world’s leading providers of innovative solutions for modern dairy farming. From automated milking systems and intelligent feeding technology to digital tools for herd management, GEA supports farmers worldwide in increasing productivity, improving animal welfare, and promoting sustainable agriculture.

Responsibilities / Tasks

Act as a strategic partner to the GEA Farm Technologies Division Board, shaping key decisions and driving high‑impact initiatives
Lead and manage strategic projects end‑to‑end — from initial concept to full implementation — with ownership for timelines, budgets, deliverables, and measurable outcomes
Drive cross‑functional projects across critical business areas including route‑to‑market, supply chain, production, digitalization, and sustainability
Collaborate closely with teams across Sales, Service, M&A, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Technologies & Innovation, Digital Services & Solutions, and HR, engaging diverse stakeholders from local to global level
Work at the intersection of strategy and execution, translating board priorities into actionable programs and delivering tangible business results
Provide the Division Board with data‑driven insights, recommendations, and strategic guidance, acting as a trusted advisor
Navigate complex environments with an entrepreneurial mindset, bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to multifaceted initiatives
Build strong relationships across the organization and help shape the future of modern dairy farming through impactful, sustainable solutions

Your Profile / Qualifications

Must‑have

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, or a related field
3+ years of relevant experience, ideally in management consulting, strategy, or a comparable industrial environment
Proven ability to lead and deliver complex international projects in a technical or fast‑paced setting
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to structure complexity
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder‑management skills across all hierarchy levels
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to drive initiatives and influence without authority
High affinity for technical processes, digital tools, and data‑driven decision‑making
Fluency in English and German
Willingness to travel internationally

Nice‑to‑have

Experience in industrial machinery, engineering-driven businesses, or agricultural technology
Prior exposure to topics such as strategy development, digitalization, sales development, supply chain, production, or route‑to‑market strategies
Experience working with C‑level or Board-level stakeholders
Experience in transformation programs, PMO work, or strategic initiative management
Understanding of intercultural collaboration across global teams
Familiarity with modern project management tools and digital collaboration platforms

What We Offer

Exciting working environment
30 days annual leave
Social benefits, such as a company pension scheme
Friendly, collaborative work environment in an international setting
JobRad (company bicycle leasing program)
On‑site cafeteria, corporate health programs & employee discounts (Corporate Benefits)

Further

Be part of a global organization with a strong strategic focus and impact on key business decisions
Work in an international environment with exposure to top leadership
Attractive development opportunities and career progression within the Group