Vice President Cross-Subdivisional Products & Solutions (m/f/x)
About the role
Kontakt
Sonja Kupfer Recruiting Manager
Info
Stadt/Region
München (Deutschland)
Einstiegslevel
Führungskräfte
Beschäftigungsart
Vollzeit, unbefristet
Ref. Nummer
1237
Introduction
We are establishing a new, high-impact leadership role: Vice President for Cross-Subdivisional Products & Solutions, reporting directly to the Executive Vice President of the R&S Test & Measurement Division.
This role is pivotal in shaping the division’s future by driving AI-enabled innovation, scalable cross-subdivisional products and solutions, and harmonized development approaches across the division. The position combines strategic leadership, technical authority, and organizational builder capabilities.
Tasks
Build and shape the new business subdivision as part of the Test and Measurement division
Lead multi-disciplinary teams for AI integration, R&D design authority, and incubation for cross-subdivisional products and solutions
Prepare and evolve the subdivision towards full P&L responsibility, including building the foundation for sustainable revenue streams, scalable business models, and financial transparency
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key customers and partners across communications, aerospace & defense, automotive, and industrial/electronics industries
Drive leadership alignment and execution excellence across the division, acting as a catalyst for cross-subdivisional collaboration, cultural transformation, and disciplined delivery of strategic initiatives
Define, orchestrate, and execute the division-wide AI integration strategy (products, solutions, processes) including the digital customer journey
Position AI as a core value driver across the portfolio
Establish and lead an incubator team to validate new cross-subdivisional opportunities, and convert ideas into scalable products and solutions
Lead the Design Authority function, aligning development methodologies, architecture decisions, and synergy potentials across the test and measurement division
Exciting insights into Rohde & Schwarz
Our colleagues provide insider information about:
Daily adventures and challenges
Our passionate team
The technologies behind the innovative projects and solutions
Qualifications
Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent
Several years of leadership experience in a technology company with demonstrated ability to lead and develop leaders
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build and shape a new organization
Strong technology vision with business and customer focus and proven success in driving innovation with measurable business impact
Track record in leading complex, cross-organizational initiatives and deep understanding of AI and digital transformation in high-tech environments
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills and highly collaborative leadership style
Business-level fluency in English, German is a plus
Contact and further information
We welcome your application! Submissions are preferred online via the application portal. For questions, our chatbot Paul and the recruiting team are available at any time.
Rohde & Schwarz promotes equal opportunities and welcomes applications from people with and without disabilities. We offer an inclusive work environment where all individuals can develop their skills and talents regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion, worldview, age, sexual orientation, identity, and other characteristics.
At Rohde & Schwarz, we develop and produce solutions in the fields of Test & Measurement, Technology Systems, and Networks & Cybersecurity – driven by the vision of a safer and connected world. From software to final production, our more than 15,000 employees create products and systems that set global standards and enable technological sovereignty for industrial, regulatory, and government customers worldwide. Our headquarters, located in the heart of Munich, also serves as our main development site.
Our Offer
Opportunities to work from home
Flexible working hour models
Attractive compensation
Training & continuing education
Parking spaces
Occupational pension scheme
Privately owned company
Health care
30 days of vacation
Company doctor
Family services
Promoting innovation
Marriage and birth benefit
Long-term & attractive work environment
Special payments
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