In this exciting role you will be responsible for developing and driving projects within our Design for Excellence (DfX) department – a methodology aimed at optimizing our product design for the right cost and quality. The methodology is widely applied throughout other companies and could also be known as Design to Cost or Value Engineering
As a coach you will report into the head of DFX and become part of our COO organization. You will work across the whole of Vanderlande, both in Europe and outside, closely with Business Units as well as with other functions like Technology (R&D), Supply Chain and Quality. This role includes leading cross-functional and cross-site project teams, through the scoping, planning, execution and closure of strategic DFX projects.
The right candidate will have a proven track record of leading and driving cross functional improvement projects and programs preferably together with the business leaders. Excellent influencing and communication skills are key. Proven knowledge or strong interest in product development is preferred.
Your responsibilities
- Set up and manage DfX projects driving delivery of our value engineering ambition – drive and own development DFX reviews to realize customer value up at lower Total Cost of Ownership (TC))
- Identifying product improvements and savings through our proven DfX methodology
- Organize cross-functional, cross-site DfX Workshops for ideation and scoping of DFX activities
- Cooperate with other departments and their leaders (Technology (R&D), Engineering, Service, Supply Chain, Finance) for budget and resource planning of the activities
- Together with the team maintain a funnel and pipeline of DFX activities aligned with business stakeholders
- Proactively identify issues, concerns or challenges in the DFX program.
- Establish DfX mindset and toolbox within Vanderlande and train standing organization
Your profile
- University degree in a technical discipline or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required skills
- Requires 3-7 years of experience with program and project management in high tech organization and Research and Development/Technology
- Experience with Value Engineering, Product Development and/or Design for Excellence is preferred
- Demonstrates leadership and ability to scope and manage complex projects from inception to completion. Be a champion change
- Business and Financial Acumen: Understands product and service cost structure, Total Cost of Ownership and is experienced in creating business cases.
- Demonstrates knowledge of design principles, new product development and change management processes.
- Demonstrates awareness of manufacturing, service, factory and supply chain processes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills: Demonstrates ability to create and deliver presentations appropriately scaled to the audience. Confident at interacting with senior management up to and including Board members
- Hosting workshops with stakeholders from all layers of the organization
- Strong negotiation skills and demonstrated track record of driving decisions and discussions. Able to work across language, time zones and cultural barriers.
Your application
If the role of DFX Coach appeals to you, then please apply now by completing the application form, and uploading your CV and covering letter. For more information on the position, please contact Hessel Huijsman or Stef Alferink.
What we offer?
This position offers a competitive salary range of € 5.400 - € 6.400 per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance). Through exceeding performance expectations, you even have the possibility to grow outside this scale.
On top of your fixed salary you’ll receive the following secondary benefits:
- 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).
- Flexible working hours.
- A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office).
- A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300,- per calendar year.
- Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport.
- Working from home allowance.
- Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance.
- On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
- Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills.
- A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.
- And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.
Your application
If the role of DFX Consultant appeals to you, then please apply now by completing the application form, and uploading your CV and covering letter.
For more information, please contact Stef Alferink (recruiter) by phone +31 413 755 087
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What We Do
Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports. The company is also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses and in the parcel market. Vanderlande’s baggage handling systems are capable of moving over 4 billion pieces of baggage around the world per year. Its systems are active in more than 600 airports including 12 of the world’s top 20. More than 52 million parcels are sorted by its systems every day, which have been installed for the world’s leading parcel companies. In addition, many of the largest global e-commerce players and retailers have confidence in Vanderlande’s efficient and reliable solutions. The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers’ business processes and competitive positions. Through close cooperation, it strives for the improvement of their operational activities and the expansion of their logistical achievements. Vanderlande’s extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 7,500 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. With a consistently increasing turnover of 1.8 billion euros, it has established a global reputation over the past seven decades as a highly reliable partner for future-proof logistic process automation. Vanderlande was acquired in 2017 by Toyota Industries Corporation, which will help it to continue its sustainable profitable growth. The two companies have a strong strategic match, and the synergies include cross-selling, product innovations, and research and development.
