Director â Technical Excellence and Innovation
Director â Technical Excellence and Innovation
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16-05-2025
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Position Summary:
We are seeking a seasoned professional with 20 years of experience to lead a highperforming Technical Excellence team. This role will focus on driving innovation supporting product management in strategizing the product roadmap and ensuring the organization stays ahead of competitors by aligning market demands with cuttingedge technology. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in intellectual property (IP) management product lifecycle optimization and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and costefficient design.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the team to analyze the competitive landscape and provide insights to guide the product roadmap.
Collaborate with research institutes and R&D teams to develop new technologies that align with market demands.
Work closely with the Product Management team to ensure strategic alignment with organizational goals.
Drive a patentfocused culture within the organization ensuring robust IP protection.
Manage and strategize the patent portfolio including patent filings landscape analysis and whitespace identification.
Provide expertise in developing strategies to protect core technologies and innovation.
Implement and drive the DesigntoCost (DTC) methodology from scratch.
Optimize product designs for cost efficiency while maintaining high quality.
Analyse design choices materials and processes to deliver highvalue costeffective products.
Oversee the complete product lifecycle including setting up and managing Bill of Materials (BOM) processes.
Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless BOM integration.
Implement best practices in product lifecycle management to enhance operational efficiency.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
Leverage methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma and advanced process improvement techniques to optimize workflows.
Promote best practices and drive operational excellence across teams.
Qualifications and Skills:
Masters degree or MBA with 15 years of leadership experience.
Proven experience in managing and mentoring highperforming teams.
Deep knowledge of patent policies IP protection and patent strategy development.
Expertise in technology competitive assessment and product lifecycle management.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Analytical mindset with a handson approach to problemsolving.
Familiarity with advanced methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma for continuous improvement.
Preferred Experience:
Demonstrated success in collaborating with R&D and product management teams.
Experience in implementing DesigntoCost methodologies and optimizing product designs.
Track record of fostering innovation and driving a competitive edge in product development.
Key Competencies:
Visionary leadership and strategic thinking.
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
Excellent problemsolving and analytical abilities.
Deep understanding of market trends technology advancements and competitive landscapes.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead transformative initiatives shape the organizations innovation strategy and deliver highvalue products that align with market needs and technological advancements
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