A fast-growing company at the forefront of electric mobility in Central Europe is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to drive its next growth phase. Formed as a joint venture between a leading European vehicle manufacturer and a major Asian industrial group, the company offers electric buses, self-driving chassis, charging infrastructure, and energy solutions.
As CEO, you will be responsible for the overall operational and strategic leadership of the company. This role demands a combination of entrepreneurial vision, hands-on leadership, and deep industry knowledge. If you are ready to lead a high-impact, fast-paced organization with global ambitions, do not hesitate to contact us.
Pozíció leírása / Job description- Define and implement the company’s strategic direction and long-term vision.
- Lead all business operations, including sales, after-sales, production orders, and outsourced services.
- Act as the public face of the company, managing external stakeholder relations and media presence.
- Develop and maintain C-level relationships with key clients across Europe.
- Expand the Central European sales and service partner network.
- Oversee budgeting and ensure the company meets its goal of achieving operating profitability by 2026.
- Coordinate with global manufacturing and service partners, and ensure the timely acquisition of necessary vehicle certifications.
- Identify financing partners and lead local lobbying efforts.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in senior executive or CEO roles.
- Proven background in one or more of the following areas: vehicle manufacturing, vehicle distribution, or fleet operation.
- Strong international business acumen, with hands-on experience in European markets.
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in engineering, economics, law, or finance.
- Fluency in both English and Hungarian, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and change management capabilities.
- Innovative mindset with a solid understanding of e-mobility trends and technologies.
- Strong financial and commercial insight; experience in budget control and business scaling.
- Willingness to travel regularly across Europe.
- Competitive compensation package including performance-based bonus and company car.
- Oversee the full operation and refine the strategic direction, leveraging industry expertise to define.
- Opportunity to build a European brand that combines leading electric drivetrain technology with Hungarian design excellence.
- Supportive, international team environment.
Vivien Bajkán-Varga - vivien.varga@randstad.hu
Franciska Barbu - franciska.oltean@randstad.hu
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