Managing Director

We are looking for an experienced Managing Director to oversee business operations and provide strategic leadership for Baader in Iceland. The Managing Director's responsibilities include developing and implementing strategic plans and company policies, maintaining an open dialogue with stakeholders, and driving organizational success.

To be successful as a Managing Director you should be able to manage and advance a business's strategic objectives. Ultimately, an outstanding Managing Director is an exceptional leader, drives a company's strategic vision, and is adept managing what situation the company finds itself in.

The role:

• Developing and executing business strategies to achieve short and long-term goals.
• Reporting to the board, providing market insights and strategic advice.
• Developing and implementing business plans to improve cost-efficiency.
• Maintaining positive and trust-based relations with the company´s business partners and the Icelandic seafood industry.
• Overseeing the company's business operations and financial performance.
• The MD is responsible for promoting the company within the Baader global network and creating awareness of the company´s capabilities and products.
• Maintain a good working relationship with corporate headquarters and other Baader business units.
• Ensuring company policies and legal guidelines are clearly communicated.
• Assessing, managing, and resolving problematic developments and situations.
• Building and enhancing the company's public profile at events, speaking engagements, etc.

The requirements:

• Degree in business, engineering, marketing, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Extensive experience as a managing director or in a similar role.
• Experience in developing and implementing strategic and business plans.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to excel in high-pressure situations.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Must be fluent in English and Icelandic.

Baader is the global partner on food processing solutions with over 100 years’ experience. Baader is a leading supplier of sophisticated machinery within the fishing industry and as such in constant transformation. Baader is an international company focused on quality and increased performance for its customers. Baader is proud of being a family friendly company and a good place to work and where people will get an opportunity to grow their potential.
www.baader.com


Application deadline is through October 21st.

The application must be in English, accompanied by a curriculum vitae and a detailed cover letter stating the reason for the application and the reasons for the person’s ability to perform in the job.

Jensína K. Böðvarsdóttir (jensina@vinnvinn.is) og Hilmar G. Hjaltason (hilmar@vinnvinn.is) oversee the recruitment process.