Head of Sites and Technology Eastern Switzerland Region (m/f/d) 80 - 100%

21 February 2026
80 – 100%
Winterthur

Job summary

Join fenaco, a cooperative agribusiness with 150 years of experience. This role offers a dynamic and supportive work environment in Winterthur.

Tasks

Manage a diverse real estate portfolio, ensuring economic efficiency.
Lead a team of 18, aligning with company values and objectives.
Oversee investments and maintain infrastructure budgets effectively.

Skills

Proven experience in architecture, real estate management, or related fields.
Strong leadership skills and strategic thinking are essential.
Knowledge of real estate regulations and project management required.

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About the job

Ensuring economical and professional management of the entrusted real estate portfolio of operational, commercial, and residential properties
Ensuring optimal conditions regarding real estate and infrastructure for our customers
Leading the department (18 people) according to the guidelines and values of the company management
Member of the regional management
Coordinating the flow of information with internal and external stakeholders
Identifying, managing, and approving upcoming investments and credit applications
Controlling and monitoring the investment and maintenance budget of the regional infrastructures
Implementing and further developing the management strategies of properties and land reserves in the region
Responsible for the correct preparation and processing of purchase, sale, or rental contracts for real estate and land
Participation in specialist and project groups

Training as an architect, construction manager, and/or site manager with proven practical experience
Advanced professional training and work experience in construction project or real estate management or equivalent professional experience
Comprehensive commercial and business management knowledge as well as analytical and strategic thinking
Proven leadership experience
Experience in buying, selling, renting, and managing real estate as well as working with authorities & lawyers
Affinity for legal regulations in the construction and real estate sector
Driver's license category B

A varied and challenging activity
Pleasant working environment in a cooperatively managed company
Modern infrastructures and a collegial team
Good social benefits, various attractive perks
Workplace only a few minutes' walk from Winterthur train station

fenaco is an agricultural cooperative with a 150-year tradition. With over 11,400 employees, we support our farming members in the economic development of their businesses. We operate in the fields of agriculture, food industry, retail, and energy – de la terre à la table. Well-known brands such as UFA, RAMSEIER, Volg, LANDI, and AGROLA: all this is fenaco.

As part of succession planning, we are looking for you as Head of Sites and Technology for the Eastern Switzerland Region with location in Winterthur from September 1, 2026, or by agreement.

Do you feel addressed? Then we look forward to receiving your meaningful online application via www.fenaco.com (Jobs & Career).

If you have questions about your future activity, Mr. Richard Badertscher, Head of Sites and Technology Eastern Switzerland Region (Tel: 058 433 51 20 or email: richard.badertscher@fenaco.com), will be happy to assist you.
Please do not send application documents to Richard Badertscher but upload them via the application tool.

If you have questions about the profile, employment conditions, or the application process, our HR Business Partner, Andreas Niederberger (Tel: 058 433 50 32), will be happy to assist you.