Director R&D Process Excellence

Develop and execute the global strategy and roadmap for R&D; process excellence across multiple sites. Establish governance, standards, and best practices that create consistency while enabling local flexibility where appropriate. Lead the portfolio of process improvement initiatives, ensuring investments are aligned with business priorities and deliver measurable value. Coach and advise senior R&D; leaders on process performance, continuous improvement, and organizational effectiveness. Define and monitor key performance indicators, using data and insights to identify opportunities and guide strategic decisions. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Regulatory, PMO, IT, and Operations to optimize end-to-end product development processes. Champion methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Stage-Gate to build sustainable process excellence capabilities across the organization. Ensure R&D; processes support compliance, audit readiness, technology transfer, scalability, and future business growth. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement while leveraging modern technologies, including AI-enabled ways of working.

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.

• Master's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.

• Significant leadership experience in process excellence, business transformation, or operational improvement within an engineering or R&D; environment.

• Proven ability to design, implement, and optimize complex cross-functional processes at a global level.

• Experience leading change initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders across multiple functions and locations.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to define meaningful KPIs and translate data into actionable improvements.

• Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Hands-on experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar frameworks.

• Fluency in English.