Managing Director

About the job

About the Job
We are searching for a managing director serving the US market and all Americas. Based in Hollywood, CA.

We pioneered software instruments as early as 1996 and facilitated a profound paradigm shift in music production over the last decade. Today it is one of the leading manufacturers of hardware and software for digital music production and DJing, and a highly distinguished brand in the MI market. Universally acclaimed products like the software sampler KONTAKT, the computer-based guitar studio GUITAR RIG and the digital DJ platform TRAKTOR exemplify the forward-thinking, inspirational technology that Native Instruments stands for.

As the US subsidiary, we are based in Los Angeles and employs a growing staff of currently 25 people for marketing and distribution in the USA, Canada as well as Middle and South America. Driven by the momentum of strong and continuous countercyclical growth particularly in the American market, we are set to further expand its US activities significantly in 2010 and beyond. This includes the establishment of local product design and sound design facilities to utilize local talent and to further strengthen the American perspective within the Berlin-based company.

To facilitate this crucial expansion, we arecurrently looking for a Managing Director to head up its US branch. The Managing Director will play an essential role in shaping the activities of our company in all Americas, and strongly contribute to the global strategy of the company.

YOUR POSITION:
► Manage and mentor the team in North America.
► Work closely with the CEO and the Berlin-based headquarters to better accommodate the US market
► Define and implement strategies and measures to expand the company‘s outreach to American customers and prospects
► Lead the US sales and marketing managers and their teams, as well as the local office/HR and finance staff
► Utilize and accommodate internal processes and tools for resource planning, controlling and business analytics
► Personally represent the company and its values in the USA, and protect and strengthen our brand
► Coordinate and guide local partners and service providers (tax, legal, logistics etc.)
► Plan and oversee the further expansion of local staff, facilities and infrastructure

YOUR PROFILE:
We are looking for a highly energetic, forward-thinking personality with demonstrated leadership skills and relevant experience as Managing Director or in a similar role. A strong entrepreneurial drive combined with profound sales and marketing expertise is required. Solid understanding of the industry and specifically the producer and DJ markets is required, a strong general affinity for both music and technology is a must. The position requires a proactive mindset with strong strategical and operational capabilities, as well as excellent team management and motivational skills.

CONTACT:
Your application will of course be treated confidentially. If you meet these qualifications please send a cover letter and your resumé, stating your earliest possible starting date and expected salary, via email and include as the subject: “Managing Director.”