Development Center Director Germany (f/m/d)

Req ID:521058

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

At our modern office at ARTmax in Braunschweig, over 300 colleagues from 26 countries work on research and development with a focus on the digitization of rail.

Could you be the Development Center Director (f/m/d) based in Braunschweig/Germany we’re looking for?

Your Future Role

In this key role, you will assume overall responsibility for the successful realization of complex projects in railway signaling in terms of quality, costs, deadlines and performance (QCDP). You will manage the platform strategy and solution road maps in line with contractual requirements and ensure the economic achievement of targets (margin & cash).

We’ll look for you to:

• Ensure coordination with Solution Directors and with Regional Center (for planning, quality, finance, deliveries, interaction with engineering and projects…)
• Monitor and develop DC team people skills, according global strategy
• Definition and management of the transformation plans
• Report DC performances to management
• Define and coordinate interactions with other DC, according to program PIOs and common objectives
• Develop and execute competitiveness plans for the Development Center in coordination with platform and regions
• Ensure that Products & Systems are sustained (Life Cycle Management)
• Support tenders and validate quotations of R&D gaps and VO.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in technical disciplines, specialization in Computer Sciences would be an asset
• Strong Engineering/Product design experience
• Proven leadership skills and decision-making capability in a technical highly complex environment
• Good inclusiveness and negotiation skills with other peers to drive product roadmaps and arbitrate business priorities, excellent people manager
• Reporting capability in exposure to top management
• Calm and resilient under pressure, with a solution-oriented mindset
• Fluency in English is required, German would be an asset

Things You’ll Enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobility
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration package, 30 days of vacation, and benefits such as company pension plans and subsidized “Deutschlandticket” (Job Ticket)
• Work in a modern work space with excellent public transportation access
• Optimize work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models
• Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries
• Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award-winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programs
• Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee events
• Access to corporate benefits

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Job Type:Experienced

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