Are you ready to lead a regional transformation in water treatment, building a high-performing commercial organization that shapes how industries use water more sustainably? Then join our mission to pioneer smarter water solutions that reduce energy use and improve lives.
As our new Sales & Services Cluster Manager, Central-Eastern Europe, you'll be driving business performance, profitable growth and organizational transformation across four countries in Central-Eastern Europe that accelerates Grundfos Water Treatment's strategic ambitions in the region. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.
What you will be doing
As a key part of the Grundfos Water Treatment, Central-Eastern Europe team, you'll create impact by leading a ~120-person organization through post-merger integration while building a commercially strong, change-ready culture that delivers sustainable growth across Poland, Czechia, Slovakia and Ukraine.
Your main responsibilities include:
- Develop and execute the cluster's business strategy, annual budget and growth plans across Sales and Services, strengthening pipeline development, forecasting discipline and margin optimization
- Lead organizational transformation by translating global Water Treatment strategy into local actions, building engagement and embedding change sustainably in daily operations and leadership behaviors
- Build, inspire and develop a team of 5 country leaders overseeing a ~€23M sales portfolio, fostering commercial ownership, accountability and a high-performance coaching culture
- Identify new market opportunities, develop strategic customer relationships and drive profitable growth in complex industrial water treatment solutions
- Break down functional silos across Sales, Service, Engineering and Project Delivery to ensure seamless customer experiences and maximize business opportunities
- Own financial and operational performance including P&L, resource allocation and risk management while ensuring alignment with the broader Grundfos Water Treatment strategy
What makes you a great fit
Above all, you're a commercially driven transformation leader with deep experience in industrial water solutions, a proven ability to lead large teams through change and the strategic mindset to turn complex business environments into sustainable growth engines. We'd also imagine that you are/have:
- Master's degree in business and/or engineering with 5+ years of senior leadership experience in water treatment or related industrial solutions
- Proven track record leading P&L-responsible business units with complex solution sales to industrial enterprises
- Demonstrated experience in change management and organizational transformation, including post-merger integration or similar restructuring
- Business English at C1 level or above with confidence in daily professional usage
It's a plus if you also:
- Experience managing multi-country teams virtually across Central-Eastern Europe
- Background in market analysis to identify emerging opportunities and risks within a regional cluster
- Proficiency in a second European language
You'll also be available for travelling up to 25% work time.
Why you'll love working here
Day to day, you can look forward to:
- A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
- Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
- Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering.
- On-demand training and structured development programmes to support your growth.
Valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds. As part of our commitment to a safe and compliant hiring process, final candidates may be required to undergo a background check, subject to applicable local laws and regulations.
Join Grundfos, apply today!