Transfer Manager Global Production Network (w/m/d)

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Jul 4, 2025

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

• Lead and manage network transfer projects within the S4G transformation initiative, coaching and empowering cross-functional teams.
• Define project scope, set priorities, and develop project plans, templates, checklists, and procedures.
• Coordinate product transfers, ramp-ups, and shutdowns across production sites, ensuring quality, logistics, and regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate end-to-end change control management within a dynamic supply chain environment.
• Ensure effective communication and alignment among internal teams, suppliers, and subsidiaries.
• Monitor KPIs, escalate risks, and provide timely updates to executive leadership.
• Support decision-making, maintain business cases, and recommend project priorities aligned with the S4G strategy.

An experience that matters: your skills

• 5+ years in progressive leadership roles, including 3-4+ years in project management.
• 5+ years in manufacturing industries undergoing operational transformation.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing, supply chain, and S&OP processes.
• Advanced project management, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Preferred experience in consulting, mechanical/electronic production technologies, and change management.
• Proficient in MS Office and leading cross-functional teams.
• High willingness to travel extensively across Europe.

A workplace that matters: our offering

• Best opportunities in a globally operating company with a family business culture
• Attractive salary package
• Employee support program
• Monetary benefits (online discount system for shopping, travel, insurance etc.)

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