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Technical Advisor – Ovar Operations & WW stocks improvement (m/f/div)

ptPosted 17 Oct 2026

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Mission We are looking for a hands-on Operations / Lean / Supply Chain professional to work on site at Keenfinity Ovar , providing technical and analytical support across three areas: 40% – Ovar Plant Manager: operational excellence, factory performance, lean assessment and execution support. 20% – Operations General Manager: cross-functional operations improvement, standards, performance management and strategic initiatives.

40% – WW Supply Chain / Stocks Improvement Program: inventory analytics, DIO reduction, root-cause analysis, best-practice definition and deployment across the global manufacturing network. The role is expected to be fact-based, analytical and hands-on , working directly with the organization to identify gaps, quantify opportunities and drive implementation. Key Responsibilities 1. Ovar Plant – Operational Excellence | 40% Assess the current factory operating model, material flow, planning, logistics and inventory management.

Identify operational inefficiencies, bottlenecks, waste and opportunities for productivity improvement. Analyze shopfloor and supply-chain data to identify root causes, not only symptoms. Support Lean initiatives, including flow, WIP, lead time, layout, replenishment and shopfloor management. Translate findings into concrete actions, owners, timing and expected benefits . Coach the local team in practical problem solving and sustainable improvement methods.

Support the Plant Manager in establishing and tracking operational KPIs. 2. Operations General Management Support | 20% Provide independent technical analysis and fact-based recommendations on operational topics. Support the definition and deployment of common manufacturing standards and processes. Identify improvement opportunities across Operations and challenge existing ways of working. Prepare management-level analysis, business cases and implementation roadmaps.

Support cross-functional initiatives involving Operations, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Planning, Logistics and Industrial Engineering. 3. WW Supply Chain / Stocks Improvement Program | 40% Act as a technical and analytical support resource for the global DIO improvement program . Analyze inventory data by plant, customer, material, SKU, supplier and inventory category. Identify the main drivers of excess, obsolete, slow-moving and strategic inventory.

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Break down DIO into actionable drivers across Demand, Supply, Planning, Purchasing, Production and Logistics . Quantify improvement potential and prioritize opportunities based on financial impact. Develop dashboards, analytics and management reporting to monitor progress. Benchmark performance between plants and identify transferable best practices. Support the definition of global DIO reduction standards, KPIs and governance.

Follow up actions with the plants and challenge deviations from agreed targets. Ensure that improvements are translated into sustainable cash and working-capital impact , not only temporary inventory reductions. What distinguishes you: 5+ years of experience in Operations, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Consulting. Strong experience in inventory management and DIO reduction .

Proven hands-on experience in manufacturing environments, preferably EMS / electronics / high-mix, low-volume manufacturing . Strong analytical capabilities and ability to work with large datasets. Excellent understanding of MRP, planning parameters, safety stock, lead times, lot sizes, WIP and inventory segmentation . Strong Lean / Operational Excellence background. Ability to move from data → root cause → action → implementation → measurable result .

Strong communication skills and the ability to work with Plant Managers, Operations leaders and Supply Chain teams. Comfortable challenging existing processes and ways of working based on facts. Advanced Excel and preferably Power BI / data analytics capabilities. Fluent English. Keenfinity benefits includes: ⚖️ Flexible work conditions 🧑‍⚕️ Health insurance and medical office on site (nutrition, psychology, physiotherapy and general clinic) 🍽️ Canteen 🅿️ Free parking lot 🏋️ Sports and health related activities (gym) 📚 Training opportunities (i.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications 📈 Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development 🌐 Exchange with colleagues around the world 💲 Access to great discounts in partnerships and products 🌍All our positions are open to people with disability ---- At Keenfinity we don’t just build innovative solutions — we shape a smarter, more connected world through technology.

We value different backgrounds, ideas, and experiences and we’re committed to growing, learning, and celebrating success as one team. Everyone is welcome here — we foster an environment where everyone is respected, valued, and encouraged to be their authentic self. Keenfinity is an equal opportunity employer, offering equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and can offer support, if needed.

When everyone has a chance to contribute, we all do better. The Keenfinity Group delivers professional communication and security solutions that connect and protect people and assets. Following its carve-out from the Bosch Group in mid-2025, it operates as independent company within the portfolio of European investment firm Triton. The Group’s four Businesses include Audio delivering professional communication products of the globally renowned brands Bosch, Electro-Voice, Dynacord, RTS and Telex, IQSIGHT Video Systems, Radionix Intrusion & Access, and KEENFINITY Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS).

In fiscal year 2025, the group generated revenues of over €1 billion and employed approximately 4,000 people across more than 40 countries.

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