YOUR EXECUTIVE SEARCH
FOR CHINA<\/p><\/div>
YOUR EXECUTIVE SEARCH
FOR CHINA<\/p><\/div>
We help you identify top-tier executives who drive your long-term success.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Securing the right leadership in China is demanding: High costs for misplacements, cultural barriers, and uncertainty about long-term success \u2013 amplified by 8,000 kilometers of distance. <\/p>\n
We create reliable results through a proven selection process backed by 20 years of on-site experience. With deep intercultural expertise, we identify leaders who align with your company both professionally and personally.<\/h1><\/div>
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<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>Misplacements in China: more than a cost factor \u2013 a strategic risk<\/h2><\/div><\/div>Facing a critical decision for your China business? We understand the complexity and urgency of your situation: <\/p>\n
\n- time-critical replacement: A key executive resigned unexpectedly? Every week of vacancy costs momentum, market share, and unsettles your team. <\/li>\n
- long-term succession planning: A wave of retirements is approaching? Secure continuity and future growth without risking operational disruptions. <\/li>\n
- transformation change: Your organization is reorientating proactively for growth or reactively due to performance or compliance challenges?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Each of these scenarios carries strategic risk far beyond recruitment costs. Wrong decisions lead to friction losses, demotivation, reputational damage, and ultimately endanger your China strategy. <\/p>\n
Choosing executives based on generic job descriptions often leads to costly recruitment cycles wasting time, money, and market opportunities. Hesitation costs the future. <\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div>Details China Performance Check<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>The Steinkellner method: we don\u2019t search for resumes \u2013 we find strategic leaders for your goals<\/h2><\/div><\/div>An impressive CV is not enough. Where standard search processes fall short in China, the Steinkellner Method goes further: We focus not only on qualifications, but on measurable impact \u2013 ensuring outcomes that move your business forward. <\/p>\n
\n- guaranteed intercultural fit: <\/strong>Our two-stage European-Chinese selection process ensures leadership that aligns both culturally and strategically minimizing risk and accelerating implementation.<\/li>\n
- unique insight efficiency: Video-based candidate presentations secure a well-founded impression independent of time \u2013 saving resources and enabling better decisions.<\/li>\n
- active process control planning security: We actively manage the process with a project-based mindset providing clear structure, reliable oversight, and full transparency.<\/li>\n
- uncompromising quality transparency: You receive honest assessments \u2013 avoiding missteps and enabling sustainable decisions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"Zwei](\"https:\/\/www.thechinasearch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/formalizing-the-partnership-shot-of-two-businessm-2025-04-06-09-42-09-utc-scaled.jpg\")
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Methodical clarity and structure in executive recruitment<\/h3><\/div><\/div>Our structured, experience-based methodology is designed to mitigate risk and drive success. This structured approach ensures an efficient and successful placement process: <\/p>\n
\n- in-depth analysis understanding: We analyze your current situation, advise on the specific need, and offer a candid initial evaluation.<\/li>\n
- definition of impact goals: Together, we define the concrete outcomes your executive is expected to deliver.<\/li>\n
- calibration profile alignment: Using benchmark profiles, we ensure precise understanding of your expectations and needs.<\/li>\n
- structured search selection: Our teams in Europe and China initiate a targeted direct search and conduct a two-stage intercultural evaluation process.<\/li>\n
- presentation decision: We present carefully selected candidates, accompany your interviews, and guide you until the final choice between top-tier talents.<\/li>\n
- guided onboarding: Our commitment does not end with the contract. We remain at your side to ensure a smooth and successful integration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
INDUSTRY
EXPERTISE<\/h3><\/div>![\"\u00c4lterer](\"https:\/\/www.thechinasearch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/senior-businessman-reviewing-charts-on-a-meeting-w-2025-03-07-20-35-09-utc.jpg\")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>More Info<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>EXECUTIVE BOARD
GOVERNANCE<\/h3><\/div>![\"Ein](\"https:\/\/www.thechinasearch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/federico-rizzarelli-Ee6m3lT14Vs-unsplash.jpg\")
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EXCELLENCE<\/h3><\/div>![\"Drei](\"https:\/\/www.thechinasearch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-509235361-ret_1.jpg\")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>More Info<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>Sustainability ESG Roles<\/h3><\/div>![\"Shanghai](\"https:\/\/www.thechinasearch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/kin-li-Q41WfBriX-U-unsplash.jpg\")
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>More Info<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Your result: sustainable success through hand-selected executives<\/h2><\/div><\/div>The Steinkellner Method is designed to ensure your long-term success and strategic certainty. Through our success alliance, you gain: <\/p>\n
\n- tailor-made leaders: Carefully selected executives who understand your vision, embody your culture, and drive your goals forward.<\/li>\n
- strategic security: End costly recruitment cycles, avoid unnecessary risks, and secure your growth.<\/li>\n
- time and resource efficiency: Our systematic process frees up your capacity to focus on strategic priorities that truly matter.<\/li>\n
- genuine freedom of choice: We present at least two top-tier candidates \u2013 empowering a truly strategic decision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Manfred
Steinkellner<\/h3><\/div>![\"Portr\u00e4t](\"https:\/\/www.thechinasearch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/CHRIS-HASIBEDER_DSC7207-Bearbeitet-Bearbeitet.jpg\")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>Founder of Steinkellner China Search, trained technician, experienced project manager, and your personal success architect for China.<\/p>\n
Languages: German, English, Chinese<\/p>\n
Office Innsbruck<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Judith
Krauss<\/h3><\/div>![\"Judith](\"https:\/\/www.thechinasearch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Judith-Krauss.jpg\")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>Expert for top executives tailored to your business needs across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.<\/p>\n
Languages: German, English<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Ru
Wang<\/h3><\/div>![\"Ru](\"https:\/\/www.thechinasearch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ru-Wang.jpg\")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>Senior Talent Manager Head of Shanghai Office
Experienced HR consultant and multilingual talent with high implementation skills. Head of our five-member team in Shanghai <\/p>\n
Languages: Chinese, German, English<\/p>\n
Office Shanghai<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Julia
Yeo<\/h3><\/div>![\"Portr\u00e4t](\"https:\/\/www.thechinasearch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Julia-Yeo-neu-scaled.jpg\")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>Talented mediator between Europe and Asia with a sharp instinct for your company\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n
Languages: Chinese, English<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>More About Us<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201eSteinkellner China Search is now a long-standing cooperation partner of DEWETRON GmbH \u2013 with complete success and great satisfaction.<\/p>\n
This cooperation took place from the very beginning with extensive preparation, a strong understanding of the requirements of our business \u2013 we were presented with candidates with an optimal requirement profile \u2013 as well as the excellent additional component of being able to think into the other person\u2019s mind and, as a result, to act accordingly.
\nEven in this challenging time with COVID-19, the recruiting process in cooperation with Steinkellner China Search was very professional. Instead of face-to-face interviews, video calls for an initial interview were conducted very promptly and flexibly.\u201c<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>Raimund Trummer, Global Head of Sales<\/strong>, <\/span>DEWETRON GmbH<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201eAlthough the requirements profile changed several times, Steinkellner China Search reacted quickly and presented us with very good plant manager candidates in line with the requirements profile. 9 months after recruitment, I can say that I am very satisfied with the choice and performance of the candidate.\u201c<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>Vice President for the Commercial Vehicles division at a leading German automotive supplier for interior systems with several factories in China.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201eThe intensive consultation from start to finish was very important to me. Not everyone can do that. I was also surprised by the speed with which we found the right candidate.\u201c<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>CFO of a technology company in the German energy transition, whose supply chains were reaching their limits due to the doubling of business.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201eWe now finally have an unbeatable man on site with whom we can really make progress \u2013 even though we never got to meet him in person despite coronavirus.<\/p>\n
The new plant manager was the best personnel decision of 2021!\u201c<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>CFO of a traditional German manufacturer who maintains strategically important production in China as a leading supplier of specialty lighting for the home appliance industry.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201eThey provided us with two perfect candidates for the final selection and our joint venture partner was able to choose one of them. Just as we had planned in advance.\u201c<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>CFO of a large European kitchen manufacturer with over 5,000 employees at the home location and a substantial joint venture investment in China.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>Read success stories<\/span><\/a><\/div>
Facing a critical decision for your China business? We understand the complexity and urgency of your situation: <\/p>\n
- \n
- time-critical replacement: A key executive resigned unexpectedly? Every week of vacancy costs momentum, market share, and unsettles your team. <\/li>\n
- long-term succession planning: A wave of retirements is approaching? Secure continuity and future growth without risking operational disruptions. <\/li>\n
- transformation change: Your organization is reorientating proactively for growth or reactively due to performance or compliance challenges?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Each of these scenarios carries strategic risk far beyond recruitment costs. Wrong decisions lead to friction losses, demotivation, reputational damage, and ultimately endanger your China strategy. <\/p>\n
Choosing executives based on generic job descriptions often leads to costly recruitment cycles wasting time, money, and market opportunities. Hesitation costs the future. <\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div>Details China Performance Check<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>The Steinkellner method: we don\u2019t search for resumes \u2013 we find strategic leaders for your goals<\/h2><\/div>
<\/div>An impressive CV is not enough. Where standard search processes fall short in China, the Steinkellner Method goes further: We focus not only on qualifications, but on measurable impact \u2013 ensuring outcomes that move your business forward. <\/p>\n
- \n
- guaranteed intercultural fit: <\/strong>Our two-stage European-Chinese selection process ensures leadership that aligns both culturally and strategically minimizing risk and accelerating implementation.<\/li>\n
- unique insight efficiency: Video-based candidate presentations secure a well-founded impression independent of time \u2013 saving resources and enabling better decisions.<\/li>\n
- active process control planning security: We actively manage the process with a project-based mindset providing clear structure, reliable oversight, and full transparency.<\/li>\n
- uncompromising quality transparency: You receive honest assessments \u2013 avoiding missteps and enabling sustainable decisions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Methodical clarity and structure in executive recruitment<\/h3><\/div>
<\/div>Our structured, experience-based methodology is designed to mitigate risk and drive success. This structured approach ensures an efficient and successful placement process: <\/p>\n
- \n
- in-depth analysis understanding: We analyze your current situation, advise on the specific need, and offer a candid initial evaluation.<\/li>\n
- definition of impact goals: Together, we define the concrete outcomes your executive is expected to deliver.<\/li>\n
- calibration profile alignment: Using benchmark profiles, we ensure precise understanding of your expectations and needs.<\/li>\n
- structured search selection: Our teams in Europe and China initiate a targeted direct search and conduct a two-stage intercultural evaluation process.<\/li>\n
- presentation decision: We present carefully selected candidates, accompany your interviews, and guide you until the final choice between top-tier talents.<\/li>\n
- guided onboarding: Our commitment does not end with the contract. We remain at your side to ensure a smooth and successful integration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
INDUSTRY
EXPERTISE<\/h3><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div>More Info<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>EXECUTIVE BOARD
GOVERNANCE<\/h3><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div>More Info<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>FUNCTIONAL
EXCELLENCE<\/h3><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div>More Info<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>Sustainability ESG Roles<\/h3><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>More Info<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Your result: sustainable success through hand-selected executives<\/h2><\/div>
<\/div>The Steinkellner Method is designed to ensure your long-term success and strategic certainty. Through our success alliance, you gain: <\/p>\n
- \n
- tailor-made leaders: Carefully selected executives who understand your vision, embody your culture, and drive your goals forward.<\/li>\n
- strategic security: End costly recruitment cycles, avoid unnecessary risks, and secure your growth.<\/li>\n
- time and resource efficiency: Our systematic process frees up your capacity to focus on strategic priorities that truly matter.<\/li>\n
- genuine freedom of choice: We present at least two top-tier candidates \u2013 empowering a truly strategic decision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Manfred
Steinkellner<\/h3><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div>Founder of Steinkellner China Search, trained technician, experienced project manager, and your personal success architect for China.<\/p>\n
Languages: German, English, Chinese<\/p>\n
Office Innsbruck<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Judith
Krauss<\/h3><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div>Expert for top executives tailored to your business needs across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.<\/p>\n
Languages: German, English<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Ru
Wang<\/h3><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div>Senior Talent Manager Head of Shanghai Office
Experienced HR consultant and multilingual talent with high implementation skills. Head of our five-member team in Shanghai <\/p>\nLanguages: Chinese, German, English<\/p>\n
Office Shanghai<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Julia
Yeo<\/h3><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div>Talented mediator between Europe and Asia with a sharp instinct for your company\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n
Languages: Chinese, English<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>More About Us<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201eSteinkellner China Search is now a long-standing cooperation partner of DEWETRON GmbH \u2013 with complete success and great satisfaction.<\/p>\n
This cooperation took place from the very beginning with extensive preparation, a strong understanding of the requirements of our business \u2013 we were presented with candidates with an optimal requirement profile \u2013 as well as the excellent additional component of being able to think into the other person\u2019s mind and, as a result, to act accordingly.
\nEven in this challenging time with COVID-19, the recruiting process in cooperation with Steinkellner China Search was very professional. Instead of face-to-face interviews, video calls for an initial interview were conducted very promptly and flexibly.\u201c<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>Raimund Trummer, Global Head of Sales<\/strong>, <\/span>DEWETRON GmbH<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201eAlthough the requirements profile changed several times, Steinkellner China Search reacted quickly and presented us with very good plant manager candidates in line with the requirements profile. 9 months after recruitment, I can say that I am very satisfied with the choice and performance of the candidate.\u201c<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>
Vice President for the Commercial Vehicles division at a leading German automotive supplier for interior systems with several factories in China.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201eThe intensive consultation from start to finish was very important to me. Not everyone can do that. I was also surprised by the speed with which we found the right candidate.\u201c<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>
CFO of a technology company in the German energy transition, whose supply chains were reaching their limits due to the doubling of business.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201eWe now finally have an unbeatable man on site with whom we can really make progress \u2013 even though we never got to meet him in person despite coronavirus.<\/p>\n
The new plant manager was the best personnel decision of 2021!\u201c<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>
CFO of a traditional German manufacturer who maintains strategically important production in China as a leading supplier of specialty lighting for the home appliance industry.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201eThey provided us with two perfect candidates for the final selection and our joint venture partner was able to choose one of them. Just as we had planned in advance.\u201c<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>
CFO of a large European kitchen manufacturer with over 5,000 employees at the home location and a substantial joint venture investment in China.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>Read success stories<\/span><\/a><\/div>
- guaranteed intercultural fit: <\/strong>Our two-stage European-Chinese selection process ensures leadership that aligns both culturally and strategically minimizing risk and accelerating implementation.<\/li>\n
![\"Asiatische](\"https:\/\/www.thechinasearch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/business-colleagues-collaborating-in-workplace-2025-04-10-11-28-34-utc.jpg\")
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