Global Continuous Improvement Manager (m|f|d)

Global Continuous Improvement Manager (m|f|d) About the Voith Group The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 22,000 employees, sales of € 5,2 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe. Shape the future of quality with Voith Hydro! Join a global leader in sustainable energy solutions and drive a culture of continuous improvement across our worldwide Quality organization. As Global Continuous Improvement Manager (m|f|d), you will lead global initiatives to reduce quality related and change costs, implement best practices, and foster structured problem solving and Lessons Learned processes throughout the organization. Your Tasks * Define and implement the global CI roadmap in alignment with Quality and business objectives. * Establish and maintain global standards for CI methodologies, focusing on 8D problem-solving and Lessons Learned integration. * Monitor and report on CI performance metrics, including cost of quality and cost of change. * Lead and develop a team of Regional Continuous Improvement Managers, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing. * Provide coaching and training to regional teams to strengthen capabilities in structured problem-solving and root cause analysis. * Oversee global 8D projects and ensure effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions. * Drive systematic Lessons Learned processes to prevent recurrence of issues and improve process robustness. * Identify and execute opportunities for cost reduction related to quality and engineering changes. * Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Operations to embed CI principles into daily practices. * Act as a change agent to promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Your Profile * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. * 8–10 years of professional experience in Quality and Continuous Improvement roles, with at least 3 years in a global or multi-regional leadership position. * Strong knowledge of 8D methodology, Lessons Learned processes, Lean, and Six Sigma (Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification preferred). * Proven track record of leading large-scale CI initiatives and delivering measurable cost reductions. * Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills in a multicultural environment. * Ability to travel internationally as required. Apply now via our career portal. The Voith Hydro GmbH & Co. KG | VHZ is looking forward to your application! Your personal contact Talent Acquisition Team • Yunus Topal • Tel. Job ID77290