DGM - Product development role

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DGM - Product development role

Key Accountabilities

Strategic Leadership & Decision-Making:

• Drive the product development strategy in alignment with business objectives.
• Evaluate the feasibility of new product developments and provide guidance to the BD team.
• Ensure innovations align with market trends and customer expectations.

Operational & Process Management:

• Oversee the assignment and execution of product development projects.
• Ensure timely delivery of samples and specifications to the BD team.
• Monitor production trials and mini-bulk feasibility studies, making data-driven decisions.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to resolve technical challenges.

Team Development & Performance Management:

• Lead and mentor a team of managers, executives, and technical staff.
• Identify training needs and facilitate skill development programs.
• Drive a performance-driven culture through KPIs and structured evaluations.

Financial & Resource Management:

• Prepare and manage the departments annual budget, ensuring cost control.
• Optimize resource allocation to maintain efficiency and minimize waste.
• Ensure all machinery and equipment are maintained to minimize downtime.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement:

• Implement and monitor adherence to ISO and other regulatory standards.
• Lead 6S culture within the department for process efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and development speed.

Technology & Systems Management:

• Collaborate with the IT team to enhance digital systems for product development.
• Ensure seamless integration of ERP systems to optimize workflow and documentation.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as the primary liaison between internal departments (Production, BD, Sourcing, QA, etc.).
• Provide technical support to other plants and external stakeholders as needed.
• Maintain strong relationships with key clients and suppliers.

Global Product Development Leadership:

• Define and execute the global product development strategy aligned with the companys vision and customer needs.
• Lead and manage across the group dispersed product development teams across different countries and foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and standardization between development centers.
• Work closely with other global functions, such as Innovation, Sales, Sourcing, and Digital to ensure alignment of ultimate objectives.
• Manage the global product development budget, ensuring cost efficiency and ROI.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with global heads to ensure strategic alignment, address challenges, and drive innovation across regions.

Knowledge & Skills

Educational Qualifications:

• BSc. Engineering - Materials / Textile Technology or equivalent.

Professional Experience:

• 7-10 years of experience in product development, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.

Personal Characteristics / Behavior:

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Technical expertise in textiles, materials, and product design.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and product lifecycle management tools
  
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