Windowmaker Software - Center Head (15-20 yrs)

Company Description:

- Windowmaker Software Limited is a highly esteemed software company in the window and door industry.

- With over 40 years of experience, we have built a reputation for crafting innovative, industry-leading - solutions trusted by customers worldwide.

- Our expertise and commitment to excellence have established us as a trusted name in the industry.

Job Summary:

- The Centre Head at Windowmaker Software will provide strategic leadership across all operational areas of the company, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.

- The Centre Head will oversee business development, product delivery, financial performance, and operational excellence while leveraging technical expertise to guide product innovation.

- This role requires a proven leader with extensive experience in the software industry, strong business acumen, and deep technical knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

- Operational Leadership: Direct daily operations across all departments, ensuring efficient processes and the achievement of company goals.

- Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior management to define and execute the company's strategic vision, setting long-term goals, and identifying growth opportunities.

- Financial Management: Lead budgeting and financial planning to control costs, maximize profitability, and achieve financial targets.

- Provide regular performance reports to the CEO and Board.

- Business Development: Identify and develop new business opportunities, fostering partnerships, and expanding market presence.

- Ensure customer satisfaction by offering competitive and innovative software solutions.

- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a high-performing management team, promoting collaboration, innovation, and accountability across all departments.

- Technical Oversight: Provide technical leadership in software product development and innovation, ensuring products are up-to-date with the latest technologies and meet market demands.

- Customer Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, ensuring high levels of customer engagement and satisfaction.

- Risk Management & Compliance: Ensure that all company practices adhere to relevant regulations and standards.

- Implement risk management processes to safeguard business operations.

- Performance Metrics: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure the company's operations are meeting objectives.

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

- Technology and Innovation: Stay updated on software industry trends and new technologies to keep the company at the forefront of innovation and maintain competitiveness.

Key Qualifications:.

- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

- MBA preferred.

- Experience: 15+ years of experience in senior management, with at least 10 years in the software industry.

Technical Expertise:.

- Strong understanding of software development processes, including agile methodologies, cloud computing, and emerging technologies.

- Ability to guide technical teams and provide insight into product development and innovation.

Skills:.

- Proven leadership with experience managing cross-functional teams.

- Excellent strategic planning and business development capabilities.

- Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and P&L.

- Excellent communication, negotiation, social confidence and relationship-building skills.

- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Personal Attributes:.

- Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

- Results-driven with a passion for innovation and growth.

- Ability to motivate and inspire teams toward a common goal.

- High level of integrity, working intelligence and professionalism.