Country CEO @ Siemens Mobility South Africa

Siemens Mobility is the world’s leading provider of mobility solutions that enable the efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly transport of people and goods - and help improve the quality of everyday life for millions of people on all continents.

Motivated by innovation, we develop intelligent solutions for the growing digitalization of the transport sector. Our range of offerings includes rail vehicles, rail automation, road traffic management systems, rail electrification and services.

Today, we are recruiting for a Country CEO position to join our Team in South Africa. This is an excellent career opportunity for professionals looking to join a truly international team in one of the biggest projects of Siemens Mobility.

Mission of the Role

• You ACT AS AN AMBASSADOR to manage the external environment and enhance the reputation of Siemens Mobility, representing SMO in South Africa.
• You SHAPE THE FUTURE: Observe the market in the respective geographical responsibility and identify, manage, and execute business opportunities according to Corporate Mobility strategies. Set mission and strategy, define strategic targets for assigned units, and take overall responsibility for business results of the assigned legal entity.
• You EXECUTE: Propose, agree on, and implement local strategy and are accountable for business increase in the assigned country, contributing effectively to business results. Create sustainable and aligned operational effectiveness to ensure future viability and contribute to Siemens Mobility business results.
• You BUILD ORGANIZATIONAL TALENT, both local and expatriate - with a global perspective: Create a work environment where people can realize their full potential to meet current and future overall business challenges within Siemens Mobility.

What are my responsibilities?

• Represent Siemens Mobility to customers, suppliers, government, and the media by fostering an intimate and trusting partnership with our stakeholders.
• Direct and control activities to achieve short and long-term financial and operating objectives (e.g., profitability, productivity, market share) as set by overall corporate business plans.
• Develop the business of Siemens Mobility in South Africa by anticipating market developments and new ways of thinking for market penetration and demand generation.
• Set the highest priority on EHS and compliance; you are legally responsible for these topics.
• Grow revenue and margin for Siemens Mobility and act as a catalyst for cost optimization / lean organization to improve competitiveness and safeguard assets and resources.
• Commit Siemens Mobility BUs and affiliated companies to commercial terms and conditions, working within the relevant Limits of Authority and framework aligned with SMO BUs & Corporate Functions.
• Statutory accountability for the legal entity representing Siemens Mobility in South Africa, holding external and formal responsibilities as well as personal liabilities. You are empowered to request all necessary information about all Siemens Mobility operations in the country and are legally responsible for compliance and EHS.
• Coach, guide, and develop a team of senior managers to ensure that SMO South Africa achieves its business objectives and follows all relevant national regulations and laws by establishing a culture of compliance among the different Siemens Mobility operations.
• Manage customer relations to provide customer feedback, market, and competitor information to SMO Corporate Management.

What do I need to qualify for this job?

• You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Technical Engineering or a similar field.
• You have 5-10 years of management experience in relevant market segments (Rail Infrastructure and/or Rolling Stock & Customer Service).
• You have deep knowledge about the railway industry, including a comprehensive understanding of future requirements (e.g., digital transformation, software, and data-driven analysis) and its implications on our business.
• You have strong leadership experience with people and stakeholder management accountability.
• You are experienced in redefining customer requirements into beneficial and strategic business models.
• You are familiar with large infrastructure projects & project management requirements.
• You have a clear understanding of successfully aligning business models in your country to the wider SMO strategy.
• You are used to working closely with senior executives effectively and communicating with them on a range of commercial, strategic, and operational business issues in an international business environment.
• You have a high level of intercultural sensitivity and the ability to deal confidentially and professionally with senior managers in your country and beyond.
• You have excellent English language skills, in addition to other languages.

What else do I need to know?

Siemens is dedicated to quality, equality, and valuing diversity, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities within which we work. People with disabilities will be preferred in case of equal qualification.

Please find more information at www.siemens.com/career.

How do I apply?

We are looking forward to receiving your online application. Please note: only complete application documents, including diplomas, certificates of employment, or letters of recommendation, can be considered in the selection process.