Faster is a well-known and established market leader in the development and manufacture of quick release hydraulics couplings and multi-coupling solutions from medium to high pressure applications. The Group counts 550 employees, located at its headquarters in Italy as well as India, North America, Brasil and China.

Faster is owned by Helios Technologies, a global leader in highly engineered motion control and electronic controls technology for diverse end markets, including construction, material handling, agriculture, energy, recreational vehicles, marine and health and wellness.

Faster, for its US subsidiary based in Maumee, Ohio, Faster is looking for a General Manager:

Purpose of the Role

Guide the consolidation of the US market, with particular attention to key OEMs management, as well as its expansion in terms of market share and Distribution market development, and to build just in time services and operations activities on behalf of Faster customers.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Lead, direct and control the activities of Faster Inc. so that it achieves its short and long-term commercial and operating objectives (for example increased productivity or market share) as set by the overall corporate business plan.
• Establish an overall vision and strategy and approve policies and procedures for Faster Inc, that contribute to the overall corporate plan.
• Set and monitor the performance of Faster Inc against standards and targets in areas such as manufacturing and administration efficiency, cost control, sales revenue, legal compliance and human resources management.
• Lead, guide and develop a team to ensure that Faster Inc achieves its business objectives and complies with all relevant regulations and laws.

• Strong sales background and first line experience
• University degree; a technical background, or an engineering degree is preferable. An MBA is seen as a plus.
• Experience in the same or adjacent industries, like for instance automotive, commercial vehicles, construction or agricultural equipment, precision components, engineered products, valves, bearings
• International experience
• Having had people reporting to him/her
• Having had P&L/BU responsibilities
• Strong business sense, drive and leadership skills

Reports directly to the President, FCT in Italy and directly represents Faster in USA.