Testo, with its headquarters in the Black Forest/Germany, is a world market leader in the field of portable and stationary measurement technology. Worldwide, roughly 3900 employees research, develop, produce and market innovative measurement solutions for Testo. The basis for this success, in addition to the highly qualified and motivated staff, is the above-average commitment to a future-oriented development - roughly 10% of the annual concern turnover is invested in Research & Development. With 37 subsidiary companies and over 80 distribution partners, Testo is represented on all five continents.
Executive Assistant to the Plant Manager (m/f/d)
(Stellen-ID: 2375)
Role description:
As part of our mission to drive operational excellence and strategic growth at our Albergaria-a-Velha site, we are looking for a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant / Advisor to the Plant Manager.
In this pivotal role, you will act as the Plant Manager’s right hand, ensuring smooth operations, supporting strategic initiatives, and enabling effective communication across all levels of the organization.
- Executive Support & Governance: Prepare, run, and follow up on management meetings, workshops, and site visits. Draft decision papers, presentations, and executive summaries.
- Performance Management: Implement and maintain steering tools and reporting systems; track KPIs and OKRs; produce performance dashboards.
- Cross-Functional Coordination: Serve as the interface between local teams, corporate HQ, and external partners; coordinate projects across R&D, production, logistics, procurement, and other functions.
- Strategic Analysis & Risk Management: Research best practices, identify operational risks, and propose mitigation strategies.
- Budget & Cost Control: Monitor budget adherence and analyze cost-saving opportunities across departments.
- People & Change Management: Support HR in workforce planning, onboarding, and training; assist in communication during change initiatives.
- Digital & Innovation: Contribute to smart factory initiatives and rollout of digital tools.
- Events & Communication: Organize strategic offsites, town halls, and plant tours; prepare internal/external communications.
What we offer:
- A trusted, high-impact role with direct exposure to executive decision-making.
- Opportunity to develop strategic and leadership skills in a dynamic environment.
- Diverse tasks and cross-functional collaboration in an innovation-driven company.
- An international working environment with flat hierarchies and agile practices.
Your profile:
- Educational Requirements: Completed university degree, ideally in engineering, business, or a related field.
- Work Experience: First relevant experience in project management, operations, or consulting –preferably in an industrial or international environment.
- IT Skills: Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with digital tools and reporting systems.
- Language skills: Fluent in English and Portuguese; German is a plus.
- Personal Attributes: Reliable, detail-oriented, calm under pressure, adaptable, and service-oriented. Strong communication and organizational skills with a strategic mindset.
You would like to know more about our job vacancy? Please get in touch with Frau Ana Mauricio email: recrutamento@testo.pt.
We are looking forward to receiving your application via Online-Portal.
Testo SE & Co. KGaA, Albergaria-a-Velha
