Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsLead European service transformation and centralizationOwn P&L and drive profitable service growthAbout Our ClientFor our Client, an international industrial group with strong technological and service capabilities, we are seeking an experienced leader to take on the role of Regional Service Director - Europe.This is a strategically important position that will play a key role in transforming the company from a production-driven organization into a service-led business. The role is closely linked to the creation of a European operational hub in Poland and combines responsibility for business transformation, operational excellence, financial performance, and service growth across multiple European markets.Job DescriptionDevelop and implement the target European operating model for industrial servicesLead the transformation from a decentralized, country-based structure to a centralized operational hub in PolandManage service operations across multiple European countries, including Central & Eastern Europe, the DACH region, and selected Western European marketsIntegrate processes, technologies, and teams into a unified end-to-end operating modelDefine and implement operational KPIs, governance frameworks, and performance standardsTake full ownership of regional P&L performance, including profitability improvement, cost optimization, and working capital managementDrive sustainable growth of the service business and identify new high-value-added growth opportunitiesSupport strategic decisions regarding the service portfolio, investment priorities, and resource allocationLead centralization initiatives across operations, supply chain, aftersales, and selected shared service functionsDrive change management initiatives and build engagement across a multicultural organizationBuild, develop, and scale a high-performing international service organizationCollaborate closely with European and global leadership teams to support the company's long-term growth strategyThe Successful ApplicantExtensive leadership experience in industrial services, operations management, or business unit leadershipProven track record of leading complex business transformations, including centralization initiatives, operating model redesign, or business model shiftsExperience managing multi-country operations within an international environmentStrong understanding of industrial service operations, such as maintenance, repair, coatings, aftermarket, or lifecycle servicesDemonstrated experience with full P&L responsibility and making business decisions based on financial and operational performance metricsProven ability to build, optimize, and scale operational processes and performance management systemsStrong leadership and people management capabilities, including experience leading organizations through changeExcellent analytical, strategic, and critical thinking skills Fluency in English and PolishWillingness to travel across Europe as requiredWhat's on OfferA key leadership position within a growing European industrial organizationA unique opportunity to shape and execute a major business transformation programDirect impact on the development of a service-led business model across EuropeThe opportunity to build and lead a European operational hub based in PolandClose cooperation with senior European and global leadership teamsA long-term, high-impact strategic project with significant growth potentialCompetitive executive-level compensation packageAn international, dynamic, and entrepreneurial working environmentContactMartyna SudomirQuote job refJN-062026-7045319Job summaryFunctionOperational & General ManagementSubsectorOperational & General Management SubsectorIndustryIndustrialLocationKatowiceContract typePermanentConsultant nameMartyna SudomirJob referenceJN-062026-7045319
