Head of Product Homologation and Compliance (m/f/d) - #2132096

Position

Welcome to RIMOWA, the first German Maison of the LVMH Group. We are a global lifestyle brand with a mission to create

the essential tools for a lifetime of travel.

For more than 125 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to develop unique products where function coexists with luxury, heritage with innovation, and craftsmanship with design.

At RIMOWA we believe that great ambitions demand resilient companions. It’s why our tools are created with longevity in mind. Because the most meaningful journeys last more than a trip, they last a lifetime. Please join us to discover your own.

ABOUT RIMOWA:

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as our Head of Product Homologation and Compliance (m/f/d) in our Head Office in Cologne. In this role you are responsible for leading the homologation department and overseeing all aspects of project quality management. As Head of Product Homologation and Compliance your ensure that products meet regulatory compliance requirements and quality standards throughout their lifecycle, from development through production and market release. You will report to the Development, Homologation and Engineering Director and mainly collaborates with the quality, development and engineering teams.

Verantwortungsbereiche

YOUR TASKS:

Leadership and Management

• Lead, mentor, and manage the homologation and project quality management teams
• Develop and implement strategies to ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality standards
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Production, Purchasing, and Global Quality and Product marketing to align quality and compliance objectives
• Establish departmental goals, KPIs, and performance metrics
  
  

Homologation

• Oversee the homologation process for all products to ensure compliance with internal quality standards and international regulatory standards
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global regulatory requirements and ensure the company’s products meet all necessary certifications
• Manage relationships with regulatory bodies and certification agencies
• Ensure timely submission and approval of homologation and compliancy documents
• Review and evaluate test equipment to ensure it meets regulatory and product testing requirements.
• Set specifications for new test equipment needed for homologation processes
• Order and oversee the installation and Project
  
  

Quality Management

• Develop and implement project quality management plans and processes
• Monitor and control project quality to ensure products meet specified requirements and standards
• Conduct regular reviews of project deliverables
• Implement corrective actions to address any quality issues or non-compliances
• Ensure quality risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated throughout the project lifecycle
  
  

Compliance, Documentation and Communication

• Communicate quality and compliance status, issues, and risks to senior management and stakeholders
• Provide regular updates on homologation and project quality performance
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for homologation and quality management processes
• Develop and manage a structured reporting system to track homologation status, quality metrics, and project progress
• Prepare regular reports for senior management, highlighting key performance indicators, compliance status, and quality issues
• Ensure all documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and accessible to relevant stakeholders. calibration of new test equipment
  
  

Profil

YOUR PROFILE:

• Completed technical university degree (Master's/Diploma) or a comparable qualification in engineering, quality management or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of leadership experience
• Demonstrated passion for our products and industry
• Proven ability to develop and execute effective action plans, manage project deliverables, and present results clearly and concisely
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to influence and persuade at all levels
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills; capable of identifying complex issues and developing effective solutions
• Strong strategic and conceptual thinking abilities
• Experience leading and developing global teams, preferably in an international setting
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach and the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships
• Hands-on mentality and comfortable working in a dynamic, agile environment
• Willingness to travel internationally as required
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); German language skills are a plus
  
  

Zusätzliche Informationen

OUR BENEFITS:

• 30 days paid vacation per year
• Flexible working hours
• RIMOWA Essential Cabin suitcase as a gift after the probationary period
• Corporate benefits and 30% discount on the RIMOWA assortment
• Company pension scheme with a high employer contribution or other capital-forming benefits
• Great canteen with freshly cooked and affordable food
• Urban Sports Club membership, public transportation ticket & job bike (partly subsidized)
• International environment and development opportunities within LVMH
  
  

BECOME PART OF RIMOWA:

Please send us your complete application documents including your salary expectations with details of earliest possible starting date.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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Celebrating our inclusive and diverse culture is core to RIMOWA’s DNA. We know that for our business to thrive, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base. We view diversity as one of the key enablers that helps our business to grow.