NPD Process Improvement Manager

Are you passionate about driving structural and measurable improvements in product and system development? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can work on further developing our R&D excellence, introduce and improve standards, support and train our employees? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Your mission

As the NPD Process Improvement Manager, you will have the task of standardising and enhancing processes throughout BDR Thermea Group. Your main responsibilities include defining, communicating, training, and auditing the use of standards related to New Product Development (NPD), Product Change Management (PCM), and other processes such as the Product Roadmap. You will uncover and implement improvements in product- or system development to optimise time-to-market, quality, and costs.
What you'll do:

You work within the Quality group and you collaborate with your colleagues in the Business Development Units and the manufacturing locations on a daily basis.

In your role as an NPD Process Improvement Manager, you are central to achieving meaningful improvements. You have the responsibility to create and apply the ongoing improvement strategy in our organisation. This involves turning theoretical ideas into practical and measurable outcomes. You work across a variety of stakeholders in different functions like R&D, Procurement, Finance and Operations at various organisational levels.

• On a daily basis you’ll be responsible for, but not limited to :
• Set clear standards for Group processes by including work instructions, templates, and best practices. These should be aligned with the New Product Development plan.
• Work together with internal stakeholders to carry out the New Product Development strategy. Implement the related action plans effectively.
• Keep an eye on how operating companies and Business Development Units are performing in relation to the New Product Development plan. Ensure this aligns with the Group strategy and processes.
• ​Conduct audits, report results, and assess findings to improve quality, safety, and sustainability processes. This will help reduce costs and optimize time.

You largely recognise yourself in this:

You have an entrepreneurial mindset and a hands-on, pragmatic approach to problem-solving. With your technical background and analytical view, you are able to turn complex technical information into simple, convincing messages. Therefore, you possess a high-level understanding of Procurement, Product Management, and R&D disciplines. You are culturally savvy with great networking skills.

Furthermore, you possess:

• A completed technical education (e.g., master’s in engineering);
• 8+ years in product/process development;
• Continuous improvement experience;
• Knowledge of the NPD process is a plus;
• Project Management skills (e.g., Prince2, Lean Six Sigma);
• Experience with eLearning tools like Talentsoft;
• Excellent command of the English language both verbally and in writing.
   

What we offer: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package

Why BDR Thermea?

• Help move the energy transition forward
• Work with cutting-edge technology
• Be part of an international, collaborative team that values your input
• Enjoy a vibrant culture and a casual dress code
• Benefit from a healthy work-life balance
• Take advantage of flexible home-working policies
• Receive travel reimbursement and wellness perks

Interested?

Apply via the application button! Would you like to know more about the vacancy? Please contact Frank Langereis (Corporate Recruiter): +31 6 43 43 16 67 or send a WhatsApp message!

At BDR Thermea Group, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are critical to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where every potential future employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Please check out our DE&I policy on our website to find out more.