Director, Advanced Equipment & System Development
Bridgestone
- USA
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Assess current equipment, process and system to identify and prioritize opportunity areas
- Establish vision for next generation equipment and system considering dealer requirements and evolution of dealer retread manufacturing operations
- Consider role of automation to reduce manpower requirements. This work must also be done collaboratively with current equipment R&D team, TSG leaders and dealer partners.
- Work with Dealer Financial Support leader to model financial benefits and impacts of new system
- Collaborate with BSEMEA equipment team to share best practices and align on equipment strategy and synergies.
- Ensure all Bandag newly developed or outsourced equipment meets external and internal safety requirements.
- Support validation of new equipment – internally or externally sourced – ensuring it meets desired performance, reliability, and safety targets.
- Work with vendors to make adjustments to equipment (hardware / software) to achieve Bandag-specific objectives
- Support evaluation of potential equipment suppliers to ensure a diverse and reliable supplier base.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to define equipment sourcing strategies that align with the company's overall business objectives, ensuring efficient dealer operations and maintaining Bandag’s competitive advantages while leveraging the strong supply-base in Europe.
- Analyze market trends, industry best practices, and competitor strategies to identify opportunities and risks.
- Implement innovative solutions to optimize equipment uptime, reduce maintenance costs, and enhance operational efficiency.
- Degree in Engineering (or equivalent related expertise / experience)
- 10+ years of experience in the retread or equivalent manufacturing equipment related or relatable industry(ies), with a strong understanding of technical requirements and potential suppliers assessment
- In-depth knowledge of equipment procurement, vendor management, and supply chain best practices.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective leadership and team collaboration skills
- Ability to travel to various Bandag Manufacturing facilities and dealer retread plants
Or Master degree; 8+ years of relevant experience including 5-7 years management or leadership experienceThis Director for Advanced Equipment & System Development is crucial in ensuring Bandag continues as the preeminent tire business in North America. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for reimagining and optimizing supply chain operations, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.Trust your talent; trust the journey. Be Bridgestone.Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Employment EligibilityIf hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.