Direction de notre division Digital Industries Automation, Lead Country France (H/F)
Siemens · Courbevoie, Île-de-France, France
- On site
- Full-time
- €300,000 / year
- Courbevoie, Île-de-France, France
Job highlights
- Lead Digital Industries Automation France sales.
- Define and execute division strategy in France.
- Drive sustainable growth and operational excellence.
- Develop high-performing teams and talent.
- Represent Siemens to key stakeholders.
About the role
About Siemens
As a leading technology company, Siemens operates at the heart of essential infrastructure and major industrial transformations. In France and internationally, we design and deploy solutions that combine economic performance, technological excellence and sustainable impact, serving industry, infrastructure, mobility and healthcare.Role Overview
We are looking for an executive to lead Digital Industries Automation France and head the Division’s Sales organization for Lead Country France. As a member of the Executive Committee, this role reports to the Head of the Digital Industries EMEA Sales Region and the CEO of Siemens France.Driving Transformation
You will define and implement the Division’s strategy in line with the Group’s direction, with a dual focus on sustainable growth and operational excellence. At the helm of Digital Industries Automation France, you will champion a clear ambition: accelerating growth, strengthening Siemens’ leadership across its markets, and bringing the entire ecosystem together around a shared vision.Key Responsibilities
- Define and embody the Division’s strategy in France, in line with the Group’s direction and market dynamics.
- Lead the overall performance of the business, with full accountability for results, sustainable growth and operational excellence.
- Shape an agile, high-performing organization able to support market transformation and capture development opportunities.
- Accelerate commercial momentum by sharpening market priorities, developing high-potential segments and strengthening go-to-market effectiveness.
- Identify new growth drivers through innovation, services, digitalization and the development of strategic partnerships.
- Activate synergies in a One Siemens mindset, in close collaboration with other divisions, cross-functional teams and key account organizations.
- Build senior-level relationships with customers and key stakeholders to strengthen the Division’s impact, visibility and influence.
- Develop teams and talents by fostering an environment of trust, high standards, accountability, and leadership development.
- Represent Siemens DI France internally and externally with regional bodies, the Group, strategic customers, and key professional ecosystems (GIMELEC, etc.).
- Ensure a high level of governance, compliance, and risk management in support of sustainable and responsible performance.
What Sets You Apart
We are looking for a leader who can combine vision, business impact, and collective leadership. You bring:- Proven experience in general management, business unit leadership, or entity management, gained in complex industrial, technological, or transformation-driven environments.
- A strong ability to drive growth and performance, with a sharp understanding of business, financial, and organizational challenges.
- Recognized credibility in business development, senior client relationships, and leadership within matrix organizations.
- A deep understanding of industrial transformation, automation, digitalization, and customer value creation.
- A unifying leadership style, able to set a clear direction, bring teams along over time, and create conditions for demanding collective performance.
- Strong executive presence and interpersonal impact, enabling effective representation of Siemens with senior stakeholders in France and internationally.
- A higher education background in engineering, possibly complemented by an MBA, is an asset.
- A very good level of communication in French and English.
Why Siemens, why Digital Industries?
Joining Siemens means leading a strategic division within an international group recognized for its market positions, expertise, and innovation. Evolve in an environment where industrial, digital, and environmental challenges converge, and where decisions have a tangible impact on the future of our customers and markets.An Environment Open to All Talents
At Siemens, we believe that diversity drives performance and innovation. We are committed to ensuring fair access to professional opportunities and development for everyone, regardless of origin, gender, age, or disability. If you have a disability and need tailored support, contact: diversite.fr@siemens.comKey skills/competency
- Digital Transformation
- Automation
- Business Development
- Strategic Planning
- Sales Leadership
- General Management
- Industrial Technology
- Client Relationship Management
- Team Development
- Financial Acumen
Skills & topics
- Digital Industries Automation
- Sales Leadership
- General Management
- Industrial Transformation
- Automation
- Digitalization
- Strategic Planning
- Business Development
- Siemens
- France
How to get hired
- Research Siemens' culture: Understand their focus on digital transformation, innovation, and sustainability.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in general management, industrial automation, and driving growth.
- Showcase leadership skills: Emphasize experience in matrix organizations and building strong client relationships.
- Prepare for executive interviews: Be ready to discuss strategic vision, business impact, and team development.
- Demonstrate language proficiency: Highlight your strong French and English communication skills.
Technical preparation
Master industrial automation technologies.,Understand digitalization trends.,Review Siemens' product portfolio.,Analyze market competition.
Behavioral questions
Describe leading a transformation.,How do you drive growth?,Explain managing a sales team.,How do you build stakeholder relationships?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Head of Digital Industries Automation France role at Siemens?
- The primary focus is to lead the Digital Industries Automation division in France, driving its strategy, growth, and operational excellence, while also heading the division's sales organization.
- What are the key reporting lines for this executive position at Siemens?
- This role reports to the Head of the Digital Industries EMEA Sales Region and the CEO of Siemens France, indicating a significant level of executive oversight.
- What type of leadership style is Siemens looking for in this role?
- Siemens seeks a unifying leadership style that can set a clear direction, engage teams, and foster demanding collective performance, combining vision with business impact.
- What are the essential qualifications for the Head of Digital Industries Automation France position?
- Essential qualifications include proven general management experience in complex industrial/tech environments, a strong ability to drive growth, credibility in business development, and a deep understanding of industrial transformation and digitalization.
- Is an engineering background required for this role at Siemens?
- A higher education background in engineering is an asset, potentially complemented by an MBA, suggesting a preference for technical understanding alongside business acumen.
- What is Siemens' commitment to diversity in hiring for this role?
- Siemens is committed to diversity and inclusion, believing it drives performance and innovation, and ensures fair access to opportunities for all candidates.
- How can candidates with disabilities get support during the Siemens recruitment process?
- Candidates with disabilities can contact Siemens' Disability Mission representative at diversite.fr@siemens.com for tailored support throughout the recruitment process.
- What is the expected level of communication proficiency for this role at Siemens?
- A very good level of communication in both French and English is required for this executive position.