Director, Release Product Engineering

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead governance for released products, driving functional alignment and prioritization across the portfolio
• Act as the end-to-end operations interface and liaison between the business, operations, and supply chain
• Manage a team of operations members and program managers to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
• Establish effective working relationships with key stakeholders to resolve conflicting goals and drive optimal business solutions
• Execute plant network optimization, manufacturing transfers, scale-up of new products, and make vs. buy analyses

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 6+ years of experience with a Master's degree
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electronics, Manufacturing, etc.) or Sciences
• Proven experience in product lifecycle management and cost optimization
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Expertise in project management, stakeholder management, and operational strategies

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or Business Administration (MBA)
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Design for Reliability and Manufacturability certification
• 10+ years of professional experience in manufacturing or operations leadership

About the Company

Philips is a global health technology company dedicated to improving people's health and wellbeing through meaningful innovation. For over 130 years, we have focused on delivering advanced technology and deep clinical insights across various healthcare sectors to ensure better care for more people worldwide.