Business Unit Director – Colombia

Bogotá o Medellín - Industrial Engineering & Technical Consulting | Bogotá or Medellín - Salary 4,000 - 5,000 USD gross + Performance bonus.

Company

An international European group specializing in engineering consulting and technical services for industrial clients is expanding its presence in Latin America. The company supports businesses in areas such as manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, industrial equipment and automation.

Responsabilities

- Launch and develop the company’s business in Colombia, establishing its local presence from the ground up.
- Build and execute a business development strategy to acquire industrial clients and establish long-term partnerships.
- Leverage and expand an existing network of industrial contacts and decision-makers across Colombia.
- Build, lead and grow a local team of engineering consultants and technical professionals.
- Manage the business unit’s commercial, operational and financial performance, with responsibility for revenue growth and profitability.
- Work closely with the group’s leadership to align the Colombian operation with its broader regional strategy.

Requirements





- Proven business development experience in engineering consulting, industrial services or technical consulting.
- An established network of industrial clients and decision-makers in Colombia, ideally in Bogotá or Medellín.
- Experience developing a business unit, client portfolio or local operation, preferably in a growing or entrepreneurial environment.
- A good understanding of industrial sectors such as manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, industrial equipment or automation.
- Experience recruiting, leading or managing consultants or technical professionals.
- An entrepreneurial mindset, strong commercial drive and the ability to work autonomously.
- Professional fluency in English and Spanish.

Benefits

- The opportunity to build and lead a new business in Colombia, with significant autonomy and the support of an established international group.
- Monthly base compensation of USD 4,000–5,000, depending on experience.
- Annual performance bonus with a target of USD 15,000, subject to objectives and agreed terms.
- Potential opportunity to participate in the company’s equity as the business develops.

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