Head of Consulting

Be responsible for project and client acquisition throughout the entire sales process, from lead generation to contract award, including qualifying and nurturing leads (e.g., from trade shows), expanding existing client relationships up to owner and executive level, preparing proposals, negotiating, and closing deals.

Lead the Factory Planning and Digitization Consulting teams, both professionally and disciplinarily, and develop your consultants through recruiting, coaching, and performance management.

Position the consulting portfolio in the North American market, adapt services and methods to local requirements, and drive their continuous development.

Ensure the quality and success of consulting projects, manage demanding customer engagements, and act as an escalation point and sparring partner for your team.

Represent TRUMPF Smart Factory Consulting externally at trade fairs, industry events, and customer meetings, and build a sustainable network within North American industry.

Work closely with the TRUMPF Group and headquarters in Germany, coordinating consulting activities with Sales, product divisions, and other experts.

High willingness to travel within North America.

5-8 years of professional experience in customer-facing roles in industry; consulting experience is a plus, including proven experience in managing a business unit, leading teams, and business development.

Proven success in acquiring new customers and building or expanding customer relationships; an established network in the manufacturing industry is an advantage.

Strong entrepreneurial mindset and proven experience in P&L and operations management, with a solid understanding of sales, profitability, and capacity utilization management.

Knowledge of sheet metal processing, factory planning, production optimization, ERP, or MES/digitalization is an advantage.

Confident presence and strong communication and negotiation skills, including the ability to present effectively to C-suite executives.

A motivating and appreciative leadership style, with the ability to build a team from the ground up and guide it toward strong results.

Fluency in English; additional languages are welcome.

Master’s or bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering and/or Business Administration.

Retirement: 401(k) with generous company match

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions and 100% employer-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.

Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan guidance to support your continued learning

Family Support: Paid family and parental leave programs, plus comprehensive reproductive and family health resources

Work-Life Balance: Paid time off available from day one, plus 11 paid company holidays

Income Protection: Company-paid life insurance at two times base salary, along with short- and long-term disability coverage

Additional Programs: Gym membership subsidy, employee referral bonuses, recognition awards, and a scholarship program for employees' children

Pay Range: $116,390 to $157,590

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