Director, Global Repair Operations

Sonova Group; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 130.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible hybrid working model

Training & development opportunities

Growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Sonova is seeking a Director, Global Repair Operations to define and lead the global strategy, operating model, and multi-year roadmap for its repair network. You will unite regions and functions to drive refurbishment, reprocessing and reverse logistics improvements that elevate customer experiences and sustainability.

The role requires a master’s degree and 10+ years in operations, supply chain or manufacturing, with strong strategic thinking, financial acumen and hands-on leadership across

Formación

• Master’s degree plus 10+ years of leadership experience in operations, supply chain or manufacturing.
• Strong strategic and analytical capabilities with business acumen.

Responsabilidades

• Define and lead the global strategy, operating model and multi-year roadmap for Sonova’s repair network.
• Shape and optimize the global network footprint across sites, capacity and investments.
• Lead end-to-end refurbishment, reprocessing and reverse logistics improvements.
• Drive digitalization, automation and continuous improvement to enhance quality, productivity and cost.
• Establish global performance measures and governance across quality, delivery, cost, inventory and sustainability.
• Develop business cases and strategic recommendations for technology and network investments.
• Build a high-performing, cross-functional global community of repair and circular-operations leaders.

Conocimientos

Strategic thinking

Analytical mindset

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder influence

Educación

Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business Management, or related discipline

Descripción del empleo

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At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone can enjoy the delight of hearing. This vision inspires us and fuels our commitment to developing innovative solutions that improve hearing health and human connection - from personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to hearing aids and cochlear implants. We're dedicated to providing outstanding customer experiences through our global audiological care services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage fully with the world around them.

Guided by a culture of continuous improvement that fosters resilience and self-motivation, our team is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep sense of pride in our work, each of us playing a vital role in creating meaningful change,

Here you’ll find a diverse range of opportunities that span both consumer and medical solutions and the freedom to shape your career while making an impact on the lives of others. Join us in our mission to create a more connected world, where every voice is heard and every story matters.

Barcelona, Spain

As Director, Global Repair Operations, you will define and lead the global strategy, operating model and roadmap for Sonova’s repair network. You will bring strategic leadership, operational expertise, and the ability to connect teams across regions and functions. In return, you will have the opportunity to shape a global network, advance our circularity ambitions and deliver meaningful improvements in customer experience, quality, sustainability, and business performance.

More about the role

• Define and execute the global strategy, operating model, and multi-year roadmap for Sonova’s repair (refurbishment and reprocessing) network.
• Shape and optimize the global network footprint, including site roles, capacity, capabilities, technologies, processes, and investment priorities.
• Lead the end-to-end improvement and standardization of refurbishment, reprocessing, and reverse logistics operations.
• Drive digitalization, automation, and continuous improvement to enhance quality, productivity, delivery, cost, and service performance.
• Establish global performance measures and governance across quality, delivery, cost, inventory, productivity, and sustainability.
• Develop business cases and strategic recommendations for technology, automation, capability, and network investments.
• Build strong cross-functional partnerships and lead a high-performing global community of repair and circular-operations leaders.

More about you

• A master’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in areas such as operations, supply chain, manufacturing.
• Strong expertise in capacity planning, network optimization, operational excellence, process standardization and the development of effective operating models.
• Strategic and analytical thinking, supported by strong business and financial acumen and experience developing business cases and investment proposals; coupled with “hands on”, pragmatic approach
• The ability to influence senior stakeholders, work effectively across functions, regions and sites, and lead change in an evolving environment
• Fluent English; any additional language is a plus

More about what we offer

As one of the world's leading hearing care providers headquartered in Switzerland, we're committed to building an inclusive culture. We want to create an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work, through our flexible hybrid working model. We offer a wide range of training opportunities for both your professional and personal development, and there are exceptional growth opportunities with individual development plans.

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer.

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate’s ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.