Company Description
The Friction & Rubber Group is a general 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 Empresa confidencial 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