Global Head of R&D (Fitness)

舒华股份有限公司; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 100.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading fitness products company in Berlin is seeking a Global Head of R&D Engineering to lead product development and drive innovation in the fitness industry. The ideal candidate will have significant R&D experience, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of market trends. This full-time position offers the opportunity to shape the future of innovative fitness products.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in product R&D in a leadership position.
• In-depth knowledge of the Fitness & Sports industry.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.

Aufgaben

• Develop product R&D strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing R&D team.
• Oversee product development from concept to commercialization.
• Stay updated with latest technologies and industry practices.
• Manage multiple R&D projects ensuring quality and budget compliance.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Product R&D experience

Technical expertise in product design

Team collaboration

Project management

Jobbeschreibung

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Overview

Global Head of R&D Engineering is responsible for leading and managing the research and development team for fitness products, formulating R&D strategies, and driving the successful launch of innovative products. This role requires a deep understanding of the Fitness & Sports industry, strong technical expertise, and excellent leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning

  Develop long-term and short-term product R&D strategies in line with the company\'s business goals.

• Team Leadership

  Lead, mentor, and motivate a high-performing R&D team, including engineers, designers, and technicians. Set clear goals and expectations for the team, and provide regular performance evaluations and feedback.

• Product Development

  Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from concept generation to commercialization. Ensure that products meet or exceed quality, performance, and cost targets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as marketing, sales, and manufacturing, to ensure seamless product launch and integration.

• Technical Expertise

  Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and industry best practices, and apply this knowledge to drive product innovation. Provide technical guidance and support to the R&D team, and solve complex technical problems.

• Project Management

  Manage multiple R&D projects simultaneously, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and develop mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Experience in product R&D in a leadership position.
• In-depth knowledge of the Fitness & Sports industry, including market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
• Technical background, with in-depth knowledge of product design, development, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to travel for business purposes.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Industries

• Sporting Goods Manufacturing

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