Team Leader - Product Management - Continuous Product Improvement Group (CPI) (Vadodara)

Your role

Mission As Team Leader - Product Management, your mission is to lead from the front, the CPI team of GECIA to deliver & participate in continuous product improvement with engineering point of view while Improving Processes & driving the solution-centric approach of GECIA teams. You shall achieve this, by developing the competence of the team and by reorienting the team energy towards Process Innovation, On-time Delivery & First Time Right Approach.As Team Leader you need to plan and monitor project execution & resolve escalated issues both internally and externally with the objective of delivering projects within the estimated time, cost, and quality standards within the limits of GECIA's structure, processes & guidelines.

About Team:Continuous Product Improvement Group team within GECIA focus on continuously improving products within Atlas Copco group through Value engineering. For example, & not limited to:To identify trends and process variations as part of establishing a continuous improvement monitoring systemTo identify and deliver service improvement activity across all divisions through employing process improvement methodologies and the application of innovative thinkingTo support Product upgrade & enhancements projects.To support various value engineering projects such as cost reduction, material change, weight reduction projects.Streamline workflows and reduce waste through product and process audit improvementsActively participate in Product upgrades & enhancement projectsTracking clear KPI.

Key Responsibilities:Customer Focus:Timely execution of the Product Processes of all Business Areas.Create & maintain various Dashboards, KPI to Control, Monitor & Improve the Quality, Delivery, and the cost parameters.Ensure GECIA’s contribution to improve Product Life Cycle Management processEnsure dedicated resources / team availability for the customersEnsure communication at Internal / External Customer meetings and demonstrate GECIA’s contribution to Product ProcessesObtaining customer approvals where necessary

People Focus:Create and develop subject matter experts in various domains, who in turn can establish GECIA firmly as competence center.Develop the teams based on the Skills & Competence matrix,Create the Team spirit towards Driving Customer Success & Improving Business ResultsInstill “CAN DO; WILL DO” attitude in the teamHelp Team members identify their purpose

Technology Focus:Drive the innovation culture in the team to nurture innovative ideas and focus improvements on the product processes.

Process Focus:Create, Develop & maintain the Knowledge management Portals, Databases, etc. to document the knowledge about Product, Process, People & Tool.Continuous Process improvement using Automation, Standardization, Innovation, Digitalization, Efficiency Improvement Projects.

Operational Excellence:Establish and manage a resource planning system for efficient utilization.Maintain cost per hour within group targets.Prioritize first-time-right as a key KPI.Use activity-based costing to balance GECIA and partner resources.Ensure transparent resource planning to show occupancy and identify bottlenecks.Initiate automation projects to streamline processes and enhance quality. 

To succeed, you will need

To succeed, you will need  

Experience Requirement:

• 7–10 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent design-related domain.
• Proven experience in people management, with the ability to lead and handle large, diverse teams.
• Strong background in managing operational issues and addressing challenges effectively.
• Hands-on experience with product development processes is essential.

Knowledge Requirement:

• In-depth understanding of business processes and relevant applications.
• Expertise in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Engineering Change Management (ECM), and Product Sustenance Engineering.
• Strong technical support capabilities with experience in cross-functional, divisional projects.
• Familiarity with Atlas Copco systems is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in PLM & PDM tools such as BPCS, Enovia, Windchill, SAP, etc.
• Knowledge of Atlas Copco products is an added advantage.
• Understanding of Six Sigma, 5S, 8D Problem Solving, Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE), Lean Design, Design Thinking, etc., is preferred.

Key Skills:

• Strong people management and leadership abilities.
• Results-driven, dynamic, and customer-focused approach.
• Exceptional planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Interest and familiarity with automation tools like Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and CAD automation.
• Basic understanding of advanced digital technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Analytics (DA).
• Ability to manage teams effectively within the framework of new talent management systems.

Personality Requirements:

• Process-oriented with a clear understanding of the role’s scope and objectives.
• Visionary mindset with the ability to see the bigger picture.
• Passionate, enthusiastic, and highly committed to the role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with openness to diverse cultures.
• Strong customer orientation with a professional and positive attitude.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Collaborative team player, fostering knowledge sharing and synergy within and across departments.
• Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with third parties and cross-divisional teams.

In return, we offer

• An excellent culture
• Ample opportunities for professional development
• New challenges and opportunities to learn every day
• A culture known for respectful interaction, ethical behaviour and integrity
• Drive your Career, Explore Opportunities, Realise your Passion 
• Have multiple interactions with different stakeholders internally and externally
• Potential to see your ideas realised and to make an impact on interesting projects
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and develop
• A Pivotal Role with a large group of people in management 

Job location

Hybrid
This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at Pune.