Technical Procurement Manager

Let's be inspired together by the joy of storytelling, while also continuing to tell the story of Schleich - and its journey from traditional toy manufacturer to a globally loved brand. Be part of our amazing transformation story.

Ihre Aufgaben

• Developing and qualifying advanced manufacturing processes to significantly improve the cost, quality, capacity, and sustainability of Schleich products

• Participating in strategic supplier selection for technology, equipment, and manufacturing suppliers, as well as developing standardized process FMEAs to be deployed at Schleich's current manufacturing sites

• Ensuring that these processes are understood, standardized, and implemented by all relevant positions in our manufacturing process

• Conducting time and method studies to establish time standards for production operations, preparing technical specifications including acceptable z-scores, and performing root cause analysis to develop a "get-well plan"

• Leading automation projects from planning (e.g. calculating the ROI) to execution, including time and resource management, and integrating new technologies and systems into existing production, quality assurance, and maintenance

• Training production staff on the operation and maintenance of new automation systems, while creating and maintaining technical documentation, including process descriptions, work instructions, and maintenance plans

• Aligning cross-functional teams to develop a DFAM approach for Schleich products

• Visiting plants to analyze current production, equipment, methods, and processes of suppliers and optimizing the complete E2E process

• Participating in and/or leading activities for manufacturing footprint analysis, continuous improvement of new and/or ongoing manufacturing processes, and lean manufacturing implementation

Ihr Profil

• You have a degree in Engineering, preferably in mechanical or industrial engineering

• You have several years of experience in the following process areas with strong technical knowledge: injection molding, 2K/3K/4K injection molding, product decoration/product painting, laser printing, tampon printing, and 3D printing

• You have at least 5 years of experience as a manufacturing or process engineer and are able to perform efficient project management

• You have software skills in 2D/3D CAD, preferably also in SAP and VR/AR

• You are willing to travel up to 30% and can work cross-culturally and cross-functionally

• You have excellent analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and project management skills

• You are business fluent in English and German

Wir bieten Ihnen

• No two days are the same in this career like no other. Work in a dynamic, diverse environment that offers individual career and development opportunities. All our employees also have access to numerous online courses via our training platform.

• Let's write the Schleich story together. Be part of a motivated team of people who support and inspire each other and celebrate success together.

• We aim to please. We offer an attractive, fair salary with additional benefits that are regularly reviewed and updated.

• Appetising. Depending on the location, you will receive a food allowance of up to €75.00 net per month. Our Schwäbisch Gmünd site also has a subsidised canteen.

• Every hero must retire one day. That's why we offer a subsidised pension scheme.

• You can also enjoy great discounts on our schleich® products - a great bonus for kids and adults alike.

• Speaking of savings, we'll also subsidise your bicycle lease to make it easier for you to travel to our beautiful offices in Munich or Schwäbisch Gmünd.

• And what about your adventures outside of Schleich? You can count on 30 days of paid leave per year and a hybrid working model with no core working hours.

Kontakt

Got questions about what the role involves? Want to check the status of your application? Alexandra will be glad to assist you further: alexandra.strenzke@schleich-s.com