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MAHLE

Head of Product Development Segment Sector

MAHLE
Slovenia · Full-time · Not Applicable

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement innovation and research plans
  • Develop business cases for the introduction of new technologies
  • Drive improvements in idea conceptualization
  • Foster innovation to introduce new developments and improve products or processes
  • Evaluate the results of new products and processes to achieve better business outcomes
  • Design innovation initiatives aligned with the organization’s vision, mission, and values
  • Drive innovation in the areas of quality policy, product safety, and regulatory requirements for new products
  • Lead product and process innovation activities
  • Define guidelines to enhance the company’s competitiveness in new product development
  • Define the development strategy for the team in alignment with the overall company strategy
  • Understand customer requirements, propose necessary adjustments, and develop customer specification programs
  • Propose improvements related to product robustness, quality, and cost efficiency
  • Propose research areas and development programs
  • Develop, formalize, and monitor development programs
  • Develop and lead teams across multiple locations

Qualifications

  • Education: University degree, or Master’s degree (preferably in Engineering, Manufacturing Technologies, or Civil Engineering)
  • Professional Experience: 8 years or more of relevant experience in the field
  • Language Skills: English – C1 (Advanced Proficiency)
  • PC literacy
  • Automotive industry experience is essential
  • Experience in managing complex projects
  • Knowledge of German is desirable
  • Willingness to travel internationally

Our Offer

  • Collaborative environment, working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities.
  • Hybrid work model in addition to working with a great team,
  • Exciting assignments and personalized support for your career are available to you.

Do you have any questions?

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Posted
Jul 11, 2026
Type
Full-time
Level
Not Applicable
Location
Šempeter pri Gorici
Company
MAHLE

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Categories

Product Management Marketing

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