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Schaeffler

Director – Business Unit, Actuators

Schaeffler

. Define business unit objectives, budgets, and success metrics .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeFort Mill • South Carolina • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates strong leadership in business unit management, strategic planning, and market analysis, with a focus on driving measurable results and fostering team development. Possesses extensive knowledge of the industrial sector and excels in communication and decision-making within an international business context.

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Business Unit ManagementStrategic PlanningMarket AnalysisTeam LeadershipP&L Responsibility

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Hard Skills
Business AdministrationSales ManagementProduct ManagementMarket KnowledgeCompetitor AnalysisPerformance ManagementBudget ManagementAnalytical CompetenciesConceptual SkillsPortfolio Management
Soft Skills
Strong CommunicationCoachingDecision-MakingCollaborationEmpowerment
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Industry Keywords
Industrial SectorInternational BusinessMarket PenetrationCustomer ServicePerformance-Oriented Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Define business unit objectives, budgets, and success metrics
  • Steer execution toward measurable results
  • Analyze market and competitor trends
  • Guide product portfolio and business direction
  • Shape and implement marketing concepts to strengthen market penetration
  • Ensure strong technical and commercial customer service
  • Lead, develop, and empower the team
  • Foster an innovative and performance-oriented environment
  • Provide oversight, coaching, and feedback to employees
  • Support goal setting, development planning, and performance management
  • Manage multiple priorities and make quick, effective decisions
  • Collaborate with local and international stakeholders and external customers
  • Manage ongoing business operations and take overall P&L responsibility for the assigned business unit

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree or above, ideally in business administration, mechanics, automation, material engineering, etc.
  • 10+ years of progressive managerial experience
  • Exposure to international business and culture
  • Profound industry knowledge of the designated sector
  • Experience in business unit management, sales management, strategic planning, or product management
  • Market and competitor knowledge
  • Product portfolio knowledge in the industrial sector
  • Conceptual and analytical competencies
  • Strong communication and implementation skills
  • Fluent English
  • External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
  • 401(k) matching contributions up to 6%
  • Skill development workshops
  • Ongoing learning and development programs
  • Access to Schaeffler Academy's learning and training offering
  • Wellness programs and resources supporting physical, mental, and emotional health
  • Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action