Direct experience within the agricultural machinery wholesale and retail sectors. About 10–15 years of progressively responsible leadership experience across finance and operations. At least five years of experience in a business undergoing restructuring, turnaround, or significant operational and financial improvement. A track record of working effectively with a European parent organization, including familiarity with headquarters expectations, governance standards, and decision-making processes. Demonstrated success building and managing contemporary sales and distribution controlling functions, including KPI development and profitability analysis. Comprehensive knowledge of US GAAP and the financial governance and compliance obligations of a US operating company. Practical understanding of tariffs, international supply chains, EUR/USD currency exposure, and foreign-exchange management within a US business environment. The ability to bring structure to incomplete, inconsistent, or poorly organized data and convert it into reliable management reporting and actionable business intelligence. Credible executive presence, with the ability to clearly communicate priorities, reporting limitations, trade-offs, and recommendations to senior stakeholders. A proven ability to lead through influence within a matrixed organization, including across functions and business units beyond the CFO's direct authority. A high degree of personal flexibility, including a willingness to relocate if necessary to support and lead a potential future facility move.
