DfX Project Leader

Job Title:

DfX Project Leader

Location:

IT
The impact you’ll make:
Key responsibilities

Own DfX business impact
Own the DfX initiative portfolio and annual savings targets.
Deliver cost reduction and margin improvement commitments.
Build and maintain a healthy DfX funnel through redesign, re‑specification and re‑sourcing opportunities.
Identify risks early and implement recovery actions when targets are at risk.

Lead DfX governance

Own and maintain the single source of truth for all DfX initiatives.
Ensure every initiative has:

Clear owner
Financial impact
Timing and critical path
Dependencies
Risk assessment
Recovery plan

Lead weekly reviews and monthly reporting.
Ensure reporting accurately reflects actual project status.

Drive cross‑functional execution

Lead cross‑functional teams across Product Management, R&D, Procurement, Quality and Operations.
Drive actions to closure and remove roadblocks.
Challenge delays and ensure accountability for delivery.
Escalate issues proactively before business targets are impacted.

Support category strategy

Identify opportunities to improve competitiveness, profitability and quality.
Ensure DfX initiatives are integrated into product roadmaps and platform plans.
Translate strategic ambitions into executable projects with measurable outcomes.

Provide management visibility

Deliver accurate and timely reporting on DfX performance.
Present clear status, risks, opportunities and recovery plans.
Act as the recognised source of truth for DfX delivery within the category.

KPIs

Business impact

Annual DfX savings delivered (€)
DfX contribution to IGM improvement
Realised versus committed savings
Savings forecast accuracy

Portfolio management

DfX funnel coverage versus target
Number of active DfX initiatives
Initiative maturity progression
On‑time implementation rate

Governance and execution

Accuracy and quality of DfX reporting
Closure rate of critical actions
Timeliness of risk identification and escalation

The skills and knowledge you’ll bring:

7–10 years of experience in program management, product management, procurement, operations, cost engineering or DfX‑related roles.
Proven track record delivering multi‑million Euro cost reduction, productivity or margin improvement programmes.
Experience leading complex cross‑functional initiatives in consumer durables, electronics, appliances or related industries.
Strong project and portfolio management skills.
Strong financial acumen and understanding of savings tracking and business cases.
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
Ability to drive execution, challenge stakeholders and deliver results through others.
Strong communication skills with a high level of ownership, accountability and execution focus.

What we’ll give you in return:

Internationally competitive base salary, benchmarked against global industry and markets leader
Performance‑based Annual Incentive Program
Hybrid working model, effectively combining working from the office and home, depending on team dynamics and personal needs
High‑growth environment, offering exciting learning and career development perspectives beyond your first role
Inclusive working culture and family spirit; we embrace our international community and diversity as a competitive advantage

Ready to make an impact?
From developing game‑changing air fryers to perfecting the art of coffee making, Versuni’s purpose is turning houses into homes — and we’re calling on your talent to bring it to life. Join our global team of 6,000+ passionate individuals, work with world‑class brands, and shape the future of home living. We’re ready for you — are you ready for us?
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