Lead Value Engineer (m/f/d) R&D Innovation & Development

R&D - Innovation & Development | Bielefeld | Start date: as soon as possible | Full Time | Permanent

Since our beginnings at Dr. Oetker, we have been breaking new ground. With pizza, cake, and desserts, as well as digital platforms and services – quality and an innovative spirit set us apart.

What awaits you? It's up to you! At Dr. Oetker, you can actively shape the future – both yours and ours. We want to be part of something bigger. Don't you?

JOIN THE TASTE.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• As a Lead Value Engineer, you ensure the strategic alignment of Research and Development (R&D) at Dr. Oetker by considering both external and internal conditions and defining long-term objectives.
• You are responsible for preparing, coordinating, and successfully executing international and cross-functional projects while maintaining a strong focus on goals.
• Moreover, you drive the implementation of strategies in the areas of value engineering and complexity reduction, developing innovative approaches to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• In close collaboration with internal stakeholders, you plan, define, and oversee product development, technology, and IP strategies that align with our brand strategies.
• Additionally, you prepare key materials for project steering committees and coordination meetings with department heads and the international management board, ensuring that all information is precise and decision-ready.
• In addition to that, you work closely with international functional areas such as Marketing, Sales, Production, Controlling, IT, and Supply Chain. You also coordinate with the management teams of our country subsidiaries and involve selected experts in project execution.
• Furthermore, you take the lead in building and maintaining high-performing teams by promoting health-conscious leadership, recruiting and developing internal and external talent, and fostering talent management through feedback. You continuously create an inspiring, performance-enhancing, and appreciative work environment.

WHAT YOU BRING

• You hold a master’s degree in natural or economic sciences and bring extensive professional experience, ideally in senior positions within international FMCG companies, focusing on product development, innovation management, value engineering, or strategy development.
• You have significant expertise in managing and leading strategic projects and are well-versed in modern project management methods. Your leadership style is characterized by setting an example, enthusiasm, and the ability to motivate and inspire people at all organizational levels.
• Moreover, you possess years of experience leading multifunctional and international teams, ideally including assignments abroad. You demonstrate strong entrepreneurial thinking and pragmatic problem-solving skills for complex challenges.
• In addition to that, you excel at presenting and communicating complex issues clearly and purposefully. A positive mindset, high reliability, and strong teamwork skills are just as integral to your strengths as resilience and the ability to maintain focus under time-critical conditions.
• Finally, your willingness to travel internationally and fluency in both German and English complete your profile.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU
Attractive remuneration | Flexible work models & mobile work | 30 days of vacation plus Special vacation at Christmas & New Year's Eve | Sabbatical | Discounts in the Dr. Oetker Shop | Pension plan | professional development opportunities | JobRad | Daycare cooperation for children | Excellent employee restaurant | Sports, health and fitness offers | Laundry service | Visiting the Dr. Oetker World | Events and celebrations