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Our dynamic and successful Business Unit dedicated to Medical Technologies, based in Bern and Neuchâtel, Switzerland, is looking for a business-savvy, inspiring and communicative Business Unit Leader.
Your Responsibilities
Strategic
Define and deploy the strategy of the Business Unit in alignment with the company's strategy
Proactively participate to the Executive Committee
Lead the relationship with our local stakeholders (Canton BE, Insel Gruppe, UniBE)
Approve the research program and activities of the BU
Approve the business development programs
Drive and supervise the business acquisition and ensure a good relationship with all internal and external partners
Define the BU marketing activities and communication with the central Business Development and MARCOM team
Proactively support the internal collaboration with the other BU Leaders
Financial
Define, control and ensure the BU's budget and financial reporting
Manage and approve the project portfolio and all BU investments
Drive and supervise the Bern Medtech Collaboration initiative with the local stakeholders
Quality management/ISO
Ensure that the BU meets the company's Quality standards (ISO Standards 9001 and 14001)
Supervise and ensure the BU ISO-13485 Quality standards
Supervise external audits and evaluate external audit reports, in collaboration with the Quality Managers
Human Resources/Management
Lead a BU of over 60 experts and engineers
Directly manage a team of 8 senior leaders (Deputy BU Leader, Group Leaders, Research & Development Managers, Medical Quality Manager, Finance & Controlling Manager)
Define annual goals and ensure the development of all employees at BU level, in particular the development of young talents
Maintain a motivating and balanced high-tech working environment
In collaboration with the VP Human Resources and HRBP, approve all hirings and promotions, and ensure the equity of salaries
Relationships
Responsible for the political networking and contracts in the Canton of Bern
Responsible for political support of the Canton of Bern and at the federal level
Responsible for the networking with regional industry leaders and the economic promotion offices
Responsible for the management of the local stakeholders at the Insel Campus (Insel Gruppe, UniBE, SITEM, BfH)
Your Profile
Know-how
At least a Master's degree in (biomedical) engineering, PhD or MBA as an asset
At least 10 years experience in a management position in the Medtech industry
High level overview and understanding of the Medtech industry worldwide
Business acumen and understanding of the digital health markets
Good understanding of linked technological domains in micro-technology and -electronics, cloud computing and AI
Strong capabilities to drive financial aspects and work closely with the financial controller
Deep knowledge of political processes and ability to quickly build a solid network in the regions
Proven experience in managing and motivating teams of highly skilled technical experts
Fluent in Swiss German, German, and English – French is a plus
Living in German-speaking Switzerland, ideally close to one of the Business Unit sites
Interpersonal skills
An inspiring leader with excellent listening skills and the ability to build trust among customers, partners and collaborators
Ability to define a vision and to provide clear directions and priorities to execute on it
Strong analytical skills combined with structured and critical thinking
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with industry and political circles
Proven networking skills, with a strong network in German-speaking Switzerland, particularly in the Bern region
Open-minded and creative thinking
Able to work under pressure
Customer- and service-oriented mindset and solution-driven approach
CSEM mission and values
We believe in a future that is imagined, shared, and created TOGETHER.
At CSEM, we don't just innovate, we envision technologies that shape tomorrow.
Since 1984, our purpose has remained constant: to harness science and technology for the benefit of society. Today, with over 650 people across Switzerland, we remain committed to our mission: to develop and transfer world-class solutions in digital technologies, precision manufacturing, and sustainable energy systems. In doing so, we empower Swiss industry to innovate and remain competitive.
Our strength is the excellence of our people. We believe that strong values support the successful development of our organization as well as the harmonious and balanced development of all our employees.
We are
A unique place between research and industry at the cutting edge of new technologies
An innovative, non-profit, and employee-driven company
A dynamic, multidisciplinary, and multicultural environment
A solar team focused on enabling solutions to energy challenges for a sustainable world
means
being part of a passionate community
incredible flexibility, attractive working conditions, and great opportunities of development
benefit from a management style based on trust & feedback and that favors a work-life balance
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity.
We look forward to receiving your complete application file via (CV, cover letter, certificates & diplomas) our job page. Preference will be given to professionals applying directly.