VP Forestry and Recycling

About the role

• Hiab is the pioneer in smart and sustainable on road load handling solutions. We believe in more than just work — we believe in making a difference for our customers to building a better tomorrow.
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• Your mission
• We are seeking an experienced, visionary, and results-driven
• Vice President for our Forestry & Recycling Business Unit.

In this executive leadership role, you will take full strategic, operational, and P&L ownership of the business unit. You will define our long-term trajectory, optimize operational efficiency, accelerate technological innovation, and deliver market-leading, sustainable solutions that sharpen our competitive edge globally.

The position is open for Hiab locations within Europe; Work model can be hybrid or remote. Frequent travel required.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the long-term strategic roadmap for the Forestry & Recycling Business Unit, holding full P&L accountability to maximize profitability, market share, and enterprise value
• Build robust leadership pipelines by securing, developing, and mentoring top-tier talent equipped for medium- and long-term scaling
• Build and maintain scalable R&D, advanced production, and technology platforms that serve as core competitive differentiators across corporate divisions
• Spearhead innovation pipelines and joint research initiatives with internal divisions, academic institutions, and industry research partners
• Invest in supporting future competencies and differentiators and secure governmental funding and tax benefits related to innovation where possible
• Prioritise Business Unit's projects based on clear business cases and governance models.

What we are looking for

• An academic degree in Engineering or an equivalent blend of technical acumen and commercial expertise
• Solid leadership experience across production, R&D, or product management, backed by full P&L accountability and demonstrable business growth
• Proven track record of building, inspiring, and leading high-performing, diverse teams
• Strong Lean and OPEX foundation with a history of driving continuous improvement, optimizing workflows, and elevating organizational maturity
• Deep comfort operating in global matrix structures—skilled at coaching project leaders, aligning internal and external stakeholders, and driving results through influence rather than formal authority alone
• Highly analytical, autonomous, and delivery-focused mindset, adept at building trust during periods of change and communicating persuasively in fluent English.

What we offer

As a part of our Employees First culture, we offer opportunities to grow within a dynamic environment that values flexibility and your well-being. We strive to make things easier, empower you to succeed, and strive for excellence in a positive and inclusive environment.

Ready to apply?

Click on the apply button below to send in your application in English by 24.11.2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We Are Hiab

Hiab (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) is a leading provider of smart and sustainable on road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the best customer experience every day with the most engaged people and partners. As the industry pioneer, Hiab continues to make on road load-handling smarter, safer and more sustainable to build a better tomorrow.