Req ID | Candiolo, Italy, ZF Sachs Italia S.r.l. Società Unipersonale
Head of ZF PS and Launch Management (m/f/d)
We are seeking a qualified and motivated professional to lead Lean deployment and plant launch activities. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in operational excellence, project management, and problem-solving. This role drives continuous improvement, coordinates cross-functional teams, and ensures plant readiness aligned with strategic goals.
What you can look Forward to as Head of ZF PS & Launch Management (m/f/d):
1. Promote and implement Lean activities across the plant, including audits, workshops, and roadmap tracking
2. Lead cross-functional teams for effective Lean deployment and successful plant launches
3. Manage late-stage launch processes: Core team setup, resource planning, and transition to series production
4. Conduct Gemba Walks and observations to identify waste and improvement opportunities
5. Monitor KPIs, ZF Production System roadmap, and CIS results; plan actions to close gaps
6. Ensure project governance via Operational Launch Management, managing risks and aligning with divisional stakeholders
7. Facilitate knowledge transfer, organize workshops, and promote best practice sharing
Your profile as Head of ZF PS & Launch Management (m/f/d):
8. Master’s degree in engineering or equivalent
9. Several years of professional experience in manufacturing, with strong Lean and Launch experience
10. Proven leadership in matrix organizations and cross-functional team management
11. Advanced problem-solving, project management, and presentation skills
12. Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and project management tools
13. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
14. Coaching ability to support team development and knowledge Transfer
Why you should choose ZF in Candiolo?
15. Annual bonus payments
16. Company canteen
17. Flexible clock-in and clock-out
18. Free LinkedIn E-Learning Access
19. Opportunity to visit/teaching other locations in the framework of workshops
The compatibility of work and family life is firmly anchored at ZF. For more information, please visit .