Head of Product Realization (all genders)

Job Overview

As Head of Product Realization (all genders), you lead the teams and capabilities that translate creative product designs into technically robust, manufacturable and scalable products.

Responsibilities

You are responsible for Material Development, Technical Construction, Tooling and Decoration Development, bringing these disciplines together to translate the creative intent of Product Design into production-ready technical solutions.

Your tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to shaping the long-term strategy for Product Realization and owning the translation of strategic priorities into a clear capability roadmap
• Leading and further developing the Product Realization organization
• Translating creative and 3D product designs into robust and manufacturable technical product specifications
• Ensuring robust technical product construction and the application of DfM principles
• Overseeing tooling development from technical concept and supplier commissioning through to qualification
• Leading the development and industrialization of decoration solutions and processes
• Contributing to shaping and continuously evolving the long-term material strategy and technology roadmap
• Collaborating cross-functionally with Product Design, Global Production, Quality, Procurement, NPI and the global supplier network
• Establishing and continuously improving technical standards, specifications, documentation and development processes
• Building, leading and developing a high-performing international team of technical specialists

Requirements

• A university degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Design, Product Development or a comparable technical field – or equivalent relevant professional experience
• At least 8 years of professional experience in product development, product realization, industrialization or a comparable technical function
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams and developing both people and technical capabilities
• A structured yet pragmatic working style, combined with strong ownership and sound decision-making
• Experience contributing to technical development, material or manufacturing strategies and translating long-term strategic priorities into actionable roadmaps
• Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DfM)
• Experience with NFC/RFID-enabled products or comparable embedded technologies is a strong plus
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in German and English

Benefits

• Global Teamwork: collaborating across departmental and country borders
• Come as you are: inclusive and diverse work environment
• Mobility: choose from various options including public transport tickets, office parking spaces, leasing bicycles, or remote work subsidies
• Enhanced Security: subsidies for company pension plans, occupational pension schemes, and occupational disability insurance
• Rest & Time Off: 30 days of paid annual leave plus three additional days off
• Continuous Learning: internal and external training opportunities and individual learning budgets
• Language Learning & Relaxation: access to language learning apps and meditation apps
• Discounts: attractive discounts on tonies products