As Transfer Manager Global Operations, you will play a mission-critical role in driving the successful transfer of manufacturing processes and knowledge as part of dormakaba’s global network consolidation strategy. You will lead complex, multi-disciplinary, multi-location projects essential to achieving significant cost savings and securing sales and margins. This role supports the execution of strategic decisions by the Executive Committee and Board of Directors.
A job that matters: your tasks
1. Lead and manage network transfer projects within the S4G transformation initiative, coaching and empowering cross-functional teams.
2. Define project scope, set priorities, and develop project plans, templates, checklists, and procedures.
3. Coordinate product transfers, ramp-ups, and shutdowns across production sites, ensuring quality, logistics, and regulatory compliance.
4. Facilitate end-to-end change control management within a dynamic supply chain environment.
5. Ensure effective communication and alignment among internal teams, suppliers, and subsidiaries.
6. Monitor KPIs, escalate risks, and provide timely updates to executive leadership.
7. Support decision-making, maintain business cases, and recommend project priorities aligned with the S4G strategy.
An experience that matters: your skills
8. 5+ years in progressive leadership roles, including 3-4+ years in project management.
9. 5+ years in manufacturing industries undergoing operational transformation.
10. Strong knowledge of manufacturing, supply chain, and S&OP processes.
11. Advanced project management, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
12. Preferred experience in consulting, mechanical/electronic production technologies, and change management.
13. Proficient in MS Office and leading cross-functional teams.
14. High willingness to travel extensively across Europe.
A workplace that matters: our offering
15. Best opportunities in a globally operating company with a family business culture
16. Attractive salary package
17. Development opportunities
18. Employee support program
19. Monetary benefits (online discount system for shopping, travel, insurance etc.)