CEO - Rome, Latium, Italy

Chief Executive Officer Company OverviewWe are supporting a high-potential industrial company operating in advanced electronic, electromechanical, and mechatronic solutions. The business is entering a critical phase of expansion, driven by portfolio growth, new market opportunities, and a significant upgrade of its engineering and manufacturing capabilities.We are seeking a Chief Executive Officer with a strong orientation to growth, transformation, and technological value creation. The CEO will lead the organization toward a scalable, disciplined, and performance-driven business model, with full responsibility for strategy, operations, and leadership development.Role MissionThe CEO will transform a technically excellent company into a fully scalable industrial organization, capable of fast yet sustainable growth. The role will strengthen market positioning, open new development paths, and support potential strategic acquisitions to accelerate expansion.Key ObjectivesGrowth & Scalability: Build an industrial and organizational model capable of supporting significant, long-term growth.Structure & Governance: Introduce processes, governance systems, and KPIs suited for a company scaling its operations.Markets & Innovation: Accelerate entry into new industrial segments and expand presence in existing ones.M&A & Partnerships: Evaluate, lead, and integrate strategic acquisitions or partnerships to enhance technology, product offering, and market reach.Culture & Leadership: Promote a culture focused on accountability, speed of execution, and value creation.Main ResponsibilitiesStrategy, Development & M&ADefine and implement a scale-up strategy integrating organic growth, innovation, industrialization, and potential M&A initiatives.Conduct market analysis and technology scouting to identify acquisition opportunities that expand capabilities, products, or market access.Lead post-acquisition integration, ensuring cultural, operational, and financial alignment.Organization & PerformanceBuild processes, metrics, and management systems suited for a fast-growing company.Set clear reporting structures and accountability for each function.Ensure industrial excellence and production capacity in line with growth expectations.Functional LeadershipThe CEO will have full responsibility across all core business functions:Operations & Manufacturing: scaling production, optimizing processes, ensuring capacity and efficiency.Engineering & R&D: managing technology roadmap, new product development, and time-to-market.Quality & Compliance: ensuring certifications, product/process quality, and continuous improvement.Supply Chain & Procurement: driving efficiency, reliability, and strategic supplier partnerships.Commercial & Business Development: expanding sales pipeline, developing key accounts, and growing international markets.Finance & Controlling: budgeting, investment decisions, performance analysis, and M&A support.HR & Organization: talent development, leadership culture, and organizational scaling.Leadership of the Management TeamStrengthen and guide the leadership team, building a high-performing, accountable, and collaborative management structure.Promote a culture based on integrity, innovation, responsibility, and measurable performance.Implement strong performance management and talent-development systems.Candidate ProfileDegree in Engineering (Electronic, Electrical, Mechatronics or related fields).Proven experience leading technological, industrial, or manufacturing companies during growth, transformation, or scale-up phases.Strong background in electronics, electromechanics, automation, mechatronics, or advanced technical sectors.Demonstrated experience in complex initiatives, including M&A assessments and post-merger integration.Strong leadership, execution ability, and a track record of building scalable organizations.Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple stakeholders.Fluent English (C1 or above); additional languages are a plus.The OpportunityThis is a unique chance to lead a high-potential technology company through an exciting phase of expansion—driving innovation, scaling operations, entering new markets, and managing potential acquisitions.A role designed for a visionary yet pragmatic leader with a strong passion for growth and long-term value creation.Compensation PackageExecutive-level contractBase salary: €150,000 – €180,000Annual performance bonusComprehensive executive benefits