Job title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Duration of employment: Unlimited Ideal starting date: ASAP Location: Ticino, Switzerland About the company: A forward-thinking international company is seeking a visionary and driven Managing Director (CEO) to lead its growth. Serving major global OEMs and system integrators, the company has a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. With 12 patents and a commitment to continuous innovation, they specialize in developing cutting-edge solutions and offering license partnerships. This role presents an excellent opportunity for ambitious young professionals with an entrepreneurial mindset to step in and grow within the company. Tasks: Development and implementation of a strategic market and customer orientation. Establishing and maintaining contacts with key accounts and major customers. Organisation and monitoring of work processes, production processes and purchasing. Financial responsibility: budgeting, cost control and economic management. Recruitment, management and development of employees. Representing the company at trade fairs, congresses and other events. Implementation and management of marketing measures. Working closely with our founder and current Chairman of the Board of Directors to ensure optimal familiarisation and the development of long-term customer relationships. Qualifications: Experience in a management position with an entrepreneurial mindset (previous management experience is not essential). Excellent leadership and communication skills. Strong negotiation and persuasion skills. Charismatic personality with enthusiasm and drive. Technical understanding, ideally with knowledge of electronics. Decisiveness, organisational talent and quick perception. Ability to work under pressure and a sense of responsibility. Completed engineering degree with business knowledge. Experience with ERP systems and product costing. Knowledge of marketing and sales. Willingness to travel worldwide (approx. 40% of working time). Fluency in English and Italian knowledge (German is an advantage) Company Offers: Reimbursement of all business travel and out-of-pocket expenses. A thorough three-week induction programme to familiarise you with the company, the products and the market. Support from our founder and president for the introduction to our major customers. An exciting, varied job with a high level of personal responsibility. The opportunity to build long-term relationships with major international customers. A modern, innovation-driven working environment with great development opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr