About this role
Join LEONI and drive strategic manufacturing transformation across our global operations network! As a Global Plant Readiness & Manufacturing Transformation Expert, you will prepare plants for production transfers, industrialization and strategic operational initiatives, working closely with plant leadership to ensure successful execution and sustainable operational excellence.
What will be your responsibilities?
Conducts maturity assessments of industrialization or de-industrialization projects at plant levelPrepares plants and organizations to take over product volumes or projects from sister plants in line with strategic footprint plansEnsures production transfer plans are executable and aligned with timelines, milestones, and budget constraintsDevelops and implements innovative solutions to improve bottom-line results by enhancing Plant Readiness structures and service capabilitiesPartnering with plant leadership to assess plant readiness, identify risks and implement sustainable improvement initiativesDesigns and coordinates global initiatives to implement action plans to ensure the operational performance of the respective plants e.g. line balancing, shopfloor management, Run@Rate studiesTakes charge of operational management in urgent or critical organizational situations (task force mode)Resolves customer complaints using data-driven analysis and performance metrics to de-escalate issuesReports regularly on the implementation status, milestones and risksProposes and implements measures for improving team performance, change management, organizational optimization What will be your responsibilities?
Conducts maturity assessments of industrialization or de-industrialization projects at plant levelPrepares plants and organizations to take over product volumes or projects from sister plants in line with strategic footprint plansEnsures production transfer plans are executable and aligned with timelines, milestones, and budget constraintsDevelops and implements innovative solutions to improve bottom-line results by enhancing Plant Readiness structures and service capabilitiesPartnering with plant leadership to assess plant readiness, identify risks and implement sustainable improvement initiativesDesigns and coordinates global initiatives to implement action plans to ensure the operational performance of the respective plants e.g. line balancing, shopfloor management, Run@Rate studiesTakes charge of operational management in urgent or critical organizational situations (task force mode)Resolves customer complaints using data-driven analysis and performance metrics to de-escalate issuesReports regularly on the implementation status, milestones and risksProposes and implements measures for improving team performance, change management, organizational optimization
What do we expect from you?
A university degree5+ years of experience in the automotive industry, ideally within manufacturing transformation, industrialization, production transfers or operational excellenceProject Management MethodologiesBusiness Case PreparationRisk Assessment & Financial AnalysisPortfolio ManagementStrong understanding of manufacturing processes, shopfloor management and continuous improvement principlesExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutionsA proactive, hands-on mindset with the ability to drive change and perform effectively in dynamic or critical operational situationsProfound work experience within the Automotive TIER 1 environment, incl. Production Restructuring, Green- or Brown Field management and production transfersWillingness to travel internationallyMethodological Skills
Data visualisation & presentationGap and trend analysisKPI definition and monitoringLean Manufacturing & continuous improvementStrong presentation and project management skillsKnowledge of standards and proceduresStructured and analytical working approachStrong communication skills and ability to work in a team Financial Benefits:
13th salary upon achieving agreed targets4% contribution to the Supplementary Pension Scheme (3rd pillar)Financial bonuses (for commuting, improvement suggestions, employee referrals, etc.)Rewards for various milestones (wedding, childbirth, years of service, blood donation, etc.)Regular salary increasesWorking Conditions & Flexibility:
37.5-hour work week4 extra days off (so-called sick days)Flexible working hoursSubsidized meals in a company restaurant/canteenHome office according to internal policiesEducational Activities & Health Support:
Language learningSEDUO – e-learning education platformParticipation in conferences and workshopsHealth days and vitamin packagesPersonal development in various areas with career growth opportunitiesAdditional Benefits:
Discount benefits (Cafeteria Edenred program, LEONI IT bazaar, etc.)Material gifts (welcome package, LEONI branded items, etc.)Company events and team activities
Basic gross guaranteed salary: from 2500 EUR/Brutto
The final salary may be higher than the advertised minimum and will be determined individually based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and the requirements of the position.
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