Join our team to further inspire a culture of innovation. Allow us to introduce ourselves… The Weidmann Group of companies is active in some of the world’s most vital fields namely energy and medical. Our technology and our know how contribute crucial resources to a worldwide market, whether it be leading the global market in transformer electrical insulation, keeping the lights on for billions of consumers, or the delivery of a breakthrough drug through our advanced plastics technologies for medical and pharmaceutical applications.
The role… Reports directly to the CEO of Weidmann Holding AG and operates at the intersection of strategy, innovation and entrepreneurship. Acting as innovation catalyst, the Lead Business Innovation drives projects from ideation to proof-of-concept and supports the translation of disruptive ideas into scalable business models, services, processes and market offerings. The mission of this new role is simple: Identify opportunities others don't see, challenge industry orthodoxies and help build Weidmann's next generation of growth.
How you’ll make an impact…
Run Weidmann's innovation engine, including radar sessions, opportunity scouting and business case development
Launch and scale strategic growth initiatives beyond traditional products
Co-create new solutions with leading customers and industry experts
Simplify and digitize value chains across and beyond company boundaries
Mobilize global “rock-turners” around opportunities that can change the game
Generate a robust pipeline of future opportunities through effective radar and scouting activities
Translate innovation projects successfully into scalable business cases
What do you bring…
Hands-on experience in innovation, strategy, corporate development or venture building
Entrepreneurial mindset with strong execution skills; start-up experience is a plus
Strong stakeholder management and facilitation skills, including engagement with senior executives and customers
Ability to identify emerging trends, technologies and market shifts, turning insights into opportunities
Passion for challenging the status quo and thrive in ambiguity
Master’s degree in a technical field preferred (Electrical Engineering a plus) and fluent in English
What do we offer?
Ability to build what does not exist today
Work directly with decision-makers, not through layers
Operate globally, working with customers, partners and teams across industries and continents
Launch your path toward future leadership at Weidmann
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
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The role… Reports directly to the CEO of Weidmann Holding AG and operates at the intersection of strategy, innovation and entrepreneurship. Acting as innovation catalyst, the Lead Business Innovation drives projects from ideation to proof-of-concept and supports the translation of disruptive ideas into scalable business models, services, processes and market offerings. The mission of this new role is simple: Identify opportunities others don't see, challenge industry orthodoxies and help build Weidmann's next generation of growth.
How you’ll make an impact…
Run Weidmann's innovation engine, including radar sessions, opportunity scouting and business case development
Launch and scale strategic growth initiatives beyond traditional products
Co-create new solutions with leading customers and industry experts
Simplify and digitize value chains across and beyond company boundaries
Mobilize global “rock-turners” around opportunities that can change the game
Generate a robust pipeline of future opportunities through effective radar and scouting activities
Translate innovation projects successfully into scalable business cases
What do you bring…
Hands-on experience in innovation, strategy, corporate development or venture building
Entrepreneurial mindset with strong execution skills; start-up experience is a plus
Strong stakeholder management and facilitation skills, including engagement with senior executives and customers
Ability to identify emerging trends, technologies and market shifts, turning insights into opportunities
Passion for challenging the status quo and thrive in ambiguity
Master’s degree in a technical field preferred (Electrical Engineering a plus) and fluent in English
What do we offer?
Ability to build what does not exist today
Work directly with decision-makers, not through layers
Operate globally, working with customers, partners and teams across industries and continents
Launch your path toward future leadership at Weidmann
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
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