Strategic Projects Manager – Division Board & CEO Office; Global

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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.

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

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

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

Job Rad (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

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics,…