Productivity & Cost Optimization Lead

Schneider Electric; Philippines; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric seeks a senior operations professional to lead Quality Value Engineering and Cost Optimization initiatives at the BU level, consolidating performance data and guiding productivity targets.

You will facilitate product workshops, manage the Master Project List, and drive cost-down plans with governance while aligning plant actions with BU goals. Strong cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decisions are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, industrial engineering, operations management, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Productivity, or Cost Management roles.
• Experience in cross-functional, multinational environment preferred.
• Strong analytical mindset with ability to interpret complex data and identify productivity opportunities.
• Proficiency in data analysis, KPI tracking, and financial impact assessment.
• Experience with productivity dashboards, cost modeling, and savings validation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results within timeline commitments.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and governance capabilities.
• Experience leading productivity, cost optimization, or continuous improvement programs.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead QVE (Quality Value Engineering) and COS (Cost Optimization Strategy) initiatives at the BU level.
• Consolidate performance data and track progress against productivity targets.
• Facilitate product workshops and competitor teardowns to spark innovation.
• Manage the Master Project List for respective BU.
• Drive cost-down projections with actionable plans and governance.
• Monitor plant-level productivity actions and ensure alignment with BU goals.
• Collaborate with BU and R&D teams to build strong governance frameworks.
• Benchmark across plants and animate improvement plans with clear timelines.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

KPI tracking

Presentation skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Dashboard software

Cost modeling tools

Job description

Schneider Electric seeks a senior operations professional to lead Quality Value Engineering and Cost Optimization initiatives at the BU level, consolidating performance data and guiding productivity targets.

You will facilitate product workshops, manage the Master Project List, and drive cost-down plans with governance while aligning plant actions with BU goals. Strong cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decisions are essential.