- Location
- Geneva Geneva Switzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
About Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe S.A. Genève is a prestigious name in the world of luxury timepieces and jewelry, renowned for its commitment to excellence and tradition. As part of the esteemed Swiss watchmaking industry, Patek Philippe is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and customer service, reflecting the values of its parent company.
Reporting to the Methods Division, this role encompasses the definition, implementation, and establishment of Patek Philippe's production system across its manufacturing sites. The successful candidate will lead strategic and complex projects aimed at enhancing industrial performance while accounting for production constraints, product manufacturability, and the brand's commitments to agility, quality, and operational efficiency.
Role & Responsibilities
- Analyze client requirements and diagnose potential improvements within production processes, proposing targeted actions to realize performance gains
- Support the deployment and sustained maintenance of improvement initiatives across all operational levels
- Serve as the expert reference for Lean, Six Sigma, and DMAIC methodologies within the organization
- Train and coach collaborators on specialized tools and lead team support during organizational change management
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Microtechnology, or equivalent qualification
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience as a Lean Manufacturing expert in project management within industrial production
- Advanced expertise in DMAIC methodology, Lean Manufacturing tools, Six Sigma, and Quality tools (8D, capability studies, audits, etc.)
- Demonstrated mastery of business management tools, particularly SAP
- Strong project management and risk management capabilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills, diplomatic approach, and ability to listen actively
- Proven capacity to lead and pilot cross-functional project teams
- Rigorous, critical, and analytical mindset with strong synthesis capabilities
- Skilled in negotiation and persuasion
- Field-oriented, client-focused approach with solution-oriented mindset
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10 years of professional experience as a Lean Manufacturing expert in project management within industrial production environments. Proven track record of successfully implementing and sustaining performance improvement initiatives.
Education
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Microtechnology, or equivalent technical qualification.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland.
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Culture
Patek Philippe fosters a culture of excellence, tradition, and innovation. The company values its heritage while encouraging continuous learning and collaboration among its team members.
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