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General Manager at Wabtec in Urnieta, Basque Country, ES
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Job Description
Company Description
The Friction & Rubber Group is a global leader in friction and elastomer solutions for the rail industry as well as for industrial and powersports applications. Our products are used in safety‑critical environments by nearly all major rail operators and vehicle manufacturers worldwide and stand for quality, reliability, and strong technological performance.
An essential part of the Friction organization is its Green and Blue Friction solutions, which play a key role in reducing particulate emissions, improving air quality—particularly in urban rail environments—and combining sustainability with the highest safety and performance standards.
As part of the internationally successful Wabtec Corporation, we offer an international environment with exciting challenges and the opportunity to actively contribute to future‑oriented and sustainable mobility solutions.
Job Description
General Manager Rubber (m/f/d) – Friction & Rubber Group
Your role
As General Manager Rubber, you have full P&L responsibility for the Rubber activity within the Friction & Rubber Product Line covering activities in Europe, America and Asia.
You drive profitable growth, ensure strong customer focus and lead the strategic development of the Rubber activity across regions.
You are accountable for the operational and financial performance of the Rubber business and hold responsibility for Sales Friction in Europe, CIS and North Africa to build a cohesive and high performing salesforce.
Your responsibilities
- Full P&L responsibility for the Rubber activity
- Define and execute the Rubber business strategy, including growth and synergy initiatives
- Responsibility for Sales Friction in Europe, CIS and North Africa
- Lead and coordinate international sites and cross‑functional teams
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental and regulatory standards
- Drive operational excellence, productivity and cost competitiveness
- Strengthen customer relationships and support key accounts in the region
- Lead, develop and engage leadership teams within the Rubber organization
Qualifications
Your profile
- Degree in Engineering, Business or a comparable field
- Senior leadership experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
- Proven track record in P&L management and sales responsibility
- Strong strategic and commercial mindset combined with operational execution
- Experience in international, multi‑site organizations
- Excellent leadership and stakeholder‑management skills
- Fluent Spanish and English required
Additional Information
What we offer
- Executive leadership role with significant strategic and commercial impact
- International scope with direct influence on business growth
- Opportunity to shape performance and sustainability in a global organization
- Competitive executive compensation and attractive benefits
Ready to lead the Rubber business and drive Sales Friction across Europe, CIS and North Africa?
We look forward to receiving your application, including availability and salary expectations
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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