TK Elevator (TKE) is a global leader in vertical transportation and urban mobility. We provide engineering that keeps the world moving, from design to installation and maintenance on any brand of elevators, escalators, walkways, lifts, passenger boarding bridges, stairlifts, platform lifts and home elevators – any place and any time. With our digital solutions like AGILE and the IoT platform, MAX, there are no longer any limits to urban mobility. TK Elevator became independent following its separation from the thyssenkrupp group in 2020. The company achieved sales of €9.3 billion in fiscal year 2023/2024. With around 50,000 employees, 25,000 service technicians and over 1,000 support centers globally, we are moved by what moves people. TKE – Move Beyond.

What we expect

Your Responsibilities:

• Technical and Disciplinary Leadership: You will be responsible for the technical and disciplinary leadership of our global testing and qualification activities within the Highrise Product Development Center (PDC). Your goal is to ensure the quality of our products through effective team management and strategic decision-making.
• Leading International Teams: Lead our testing and qualification teams in Germany, China, Korea, and the USA. You will promote a collaborative and performance-oriented work environment that supports the exchange of best practices among the various locations.
• Close Collaboration with Development Departments: Work closely with our global development departments to ensure targeted qualification of our Highrise products. Your input will be crucial in optimizing the development process and reducing time to market.
• Global Reporting and Stakeholder Management: Take charge of global reporting and stakeholder management across all T&Q activities. You will be the central point of contact for all relevant internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that all projects are transparent and traceable.
• Compliance with Safety Regulations: Ensure that safety regulations are consistently adhered to in both operations and products. Your responsibilities include training your teams on safety-related aspects and implementing best practices.

Who we are looking for

Your Profile

• Leadership Experience: You bring at least 3 years of leadership experience in an international environment, ideally in the elevator industry or related fields.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong knowledge of the elevator industry is essential, and experience with highrise systems is advantageous. You understand the challenges and trends in this dynamic market.
• Solution Orientation: You have a strong solution-oriented mindset and are capable of analyzing complex problems and developing proactive solutions.
• Language Skills: Excellent English skills are a must, and additional language skills are desirable. Your communication abilities enable you to interact effectively with international teams.
• Cultural Sensitivity: A strong cultural awareness is necessary to operate successfully in a global environment. You respect cultural differences and leverage them as an advantage for collaboration.
• Willingness to Travel: Regular travel to our international locations is required. You are prepared to spend time in various countries to support the teams on-site.

What we offer

• Health and Safety –Highest standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities
• Flexibility –We support, for example, through flexible yet regulated working hours and remote working options
• Compensation & pension – Fair working conditions, competitive compensation, following “Collective Agreements” and support with pension schemes
• Collaboration & diversity –Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation
• Development –Individual support to help you get started in your new job as well as training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally
• Creative leeway–We offer an environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no-blame-culture
• Sustainability –We act with responsibility and environmental awareness
• Work environment –We have modern workplaces and IT equipment, subsidized lunchtime meals in the canteen, free parking and discounted public transport tickets

Contact

Please apply online in English, including your notice period and salary expectation based on a regular 40 hour work week.

Bianca Wickinghoff

Talent Acquisition