Director Activity Management – Innovation Process & Governance (f/m/d)

Freudenberg Group; Weinheim; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International opportunities

Diversity & Inclusion

Employee discounts

Cafeteria/ Canteen

Job summary

Freudenberg Group, a global technology leader, seeks a Director of Activity Management in Innovation Process & Governance to shape how consumer product innovations move from idea to market.

You will own and continually develop our Stage-Gate and innovation governance framework, ensuring consistent evaluation of new initiatives, effective risk management, and transparent investment decisions across the organization. Fluent English required; MBA is an advantage.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics or a related field (MBA advantageous).
• 3+ years at senior manager level in process governance, PMO, portfolio or innovation management.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing Stage-Gate/NPD governance, risk management and quality frameworks.
• Ability to provide independent guidance and challenge senior stakeholders with facilitation and decision-making skills.
• Strategic, analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex risks into actionable recommendations.
• Fluent English; additional languages are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Shape how consumer product innovations move from idea to market.
• Own and continually develop our Stage-Gate and innovation governance framework, ensuring consistent evaluation and transparent investment decisions.

Education

University degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics or related field

MBA advantageous

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.
Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions is a Business Group of Freudenberg and a leading global supplier of branded cleaning systems as well as household and laundry care products. The portfolio includes brands such as Vileda®, Gimi®, Wettex® and Marigold®. The company employs more than 3,800 people and hosts a global distribution network.

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International Opportunities: Grow in your career through international exchange and global job opportunities.

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.

Employee discounts: Opportunities for deals on products and services.

Cafeteria/ Canteen

Cafeteria/ Canteen: We offer fresh food on-site, both hot and cold.

Shape how consumer product innovations move from idea to market.
In this key leadership role, you will own and continuously develop our Stage-Gate and innovation governance framework, ensuring that new consumer product initiatives are evaluated consistently, risks are managed effectively and investment decisions are based on clear, transparent criteria.

Hybrid Work

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Director Activity Management – Innovation Process & Governance (f/m/d)

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• University degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics or a related field; an MBA is an advantage.
• 3+ years of experience at senior manager level in process governance, PMO, portfolio management, innovation management or a comparable function, ideally within FMCG or a similar environment.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing Stage-Gate/NPD governance, risk management and quality frameworks.
• Strong ability to provide independent guidance and challenge senior stakeholders, combined with excellent facilitation and decision-making skills.
• Strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex risks and processes into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Fluent English; additional languages are an advantage.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.