Senior Director, Manufacturing

Edwards Lifesciences; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical technology company in Singapore is seeking a Senior Director to lead manufacturing operations and drive a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with proven experience in managing complex manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include overseeing systems and budget, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing business processes. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and in-depth local market knowledge. Join us to make an impact on patient lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading complex manufacturing operations in a highly matrixed environment.
• In-depth knowledge of local market dynamics.
• Strong influence and inspirational skills across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations and oversee systems, planning, staffing, and budgeting.
• Champion continuous improvement through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape operational strategy.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Influence and negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (advanced Excel)

Manufacturing systems

Job description

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Senior Director position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead manufacturing operations, overseeing systems, planning, staffing, budgeting, and process improvements.
• Champion a value stream mindset and culture of continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and EPS, while strengthening manufacturing culture, boosting morale, and ensuring employee safety.
• Advance talent development and succession planning aligned with organizational growth.
• Collaborate with network leadership and cross‑functional teams to shape operational strategy and deliver business objectives.
• Establish and lead the implementation of strategic processes that align with key business strategies.
• Oversee strategic manufacturing project portfolios, ensuring effective prioritization, risk management, and issue resolution.
• Optimize business processes and establish core competencies by assessing needs and implementing effective solutions.
• Drive standardized manufacturing programs in partnership with plant leadership.
• Deliver operational and strategic targets across finance, cost, quality, safety, compliance, and capacity.
• Lead site operators technical training team in collaboration with COE.
• Provide leadership and direction to large cross‑functional teams to successfully implement global enterprise systems and related solutions.
• Other incidental duties.

What you’ll need (Required)

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with proven experience in leading complex manufacturing operations (i.e., multiple value streams, large set‑up) in a highly matrixed environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and inspire across the organization.
• In‑depth knowledge of the local market and its dynamics.

What else we look for (Preferred)

• Experience working in regulated industries.
• Deep expertise in manufacturing procedures, systems, and financial acumen with ability to solve complex problems.
• Well‑versed in developing metrics to demonstrate manufacturing value and drive business performance.
• Advanced skills in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (advanced Excel) and manufacturing systems.
• Demonstrated capability to build trust with senior leadership and key customers, excelling in influence and negotiation.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of delivering technical and business briefings to executives and external stakeholders.
• Track record of successful project management leadership.
• Demonstrated leadership in directing teams, coaching, employee relations, and partnering with HR.
• Thrives in fast‑paced, dynamic environments with meticulous attention to detail and professional engagement at all levels.
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control.