Department Head of Innovation Hub

TDK (Zhuhai) Co., Ltd., located in Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province, China, belongs to TDK Electronics AG, it is a location for the manufacturing of electronic spare parts with about 4000 employees. Main products are transformers, chokes, inductors and filters.Department Head of Innovation Hub (m/f/d)Your responsibilitiesStrategic Business Development:Lead business development activities for three Business Units. Collaborate closely with global BU management to define growth strategies, plan resources, and drive implementation and follow-up of business plans. Ensure project and business success through cost optimization and technological innovation.Leadership & Team Development:Full responsibility for managing the Product Marketing and Product Development teams at the Hongqi site. Develop talent, competencies, and organizational capabilities within the IH organization.Innovation & New Business Creation:Lead the development of new technologies and products. Analyze market and technology trends and work closely with global/local PD/PM teams and FAE to define future product concepts, target applications, and target costs.Technology Advancement:Drive innovation initiatives and continuously strengthen technological capabilities (e.g., lab expansion, building databases for materials and application know-how). Establish and lead teams dedicated to future technology development.Coordination with Headquarters:Act as a key interface for business development topics, product and technology roadmaps, and new technology initiatives.Your qualificationBachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related field.Deep expertise in magnetic component design and applications, especially in automotive markets (power conversion, communication).Strong knowledge of power electronics and typical topologies (e.g., Flyback, LLC, DAB, Push-Pull, Buck/Boost), including their requirements for magnetic components.Solid understanding of relevant international standards (e.g., IEC 61558, IEC 60939, AEC-Q, UL508, LV123/1124, CISPR25, UL746, IEC Ability to stay up to date on emerging technologies (e.g., IC development, ADAS, high-performance computing, SMC materials).Excellent English communication skills.5 years of leadership experience in Business Development and >10 years in magnetic component development or power electronics development (e.g., inverter, OBC, UPS).Strong resilience and proactive, innovative working style; international mindset; customer-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility; committed to developing team members.Familiarity with the magnetic component manufacturing industry, supply chain, and production processes.Knowledge of PCBA manufacturing, molding, and connection technologies (welding, soldering, gluing).Who we areTDK CorporationTDK Corporation is a world leader in electronic solutions for the smart society based in Tokyo, Japan. Built on a foundation of material sciences mastery, TDK welcomes societal transformation by resolutely remaining at the forefront of technological evolution. It was established in 1935 to commercialize ferrite, a key material in electronic and magnetic products. TDK's comprehensive, innovation-driven portfolio features passive components such as ceramic, aluminum electrolytic and film capacitors, as well as magnetics, high-frequency, and piezo and protection devices. The product spectrum also includes sensors and sensor systems such as temperature and pressure, magnetic, and MEMS sensors. In addition, TDK provides power supplies and energy devices, magnetic heads, software and more. These products are marketed under the product brands TDK, EPCOS, InvenSense, Micronas, Tronics, and TDK-Lambda.TDK focuses on demanding markets in automotive, industrial and consumer electronics, and information and communication technology. The company has a network of design and manufacturing locations and sales offices in Asia, Europe, and in North and South America. In fiscal 2025, TDK posted total sales of USD 14.4 billion and employed about 105,000 people worldwide.TDK ElectronicsTDK Electronics develops, manufactures and markets electronic components and systems under the product brands of TDK and EPCOS, focusing on fast-growing leading-edge technology markets, which include automotive electronics, industrial electronics, and consumer electronics as well as information and communications technology. Headquartered in Munich, Germany and thanks to around 21,000 employees at around 20 design and production locations and an extensive sales network, the globally positioned company works closely with customers and creates beyond the provision of standard products the right solutions for them.Our benefits in BerlinExpand allFlexible working hoursCovered by collective bargaining agreementsCompany doctorSocial counselingCareer development and continuing educationCompany retirement benefitsSports and healthcare offeringsParking & public transportationYour Job ApplicationPlease send us your complete application documents.We ask career starters and experienced professionals to state their earliest possible starting date and their salary expectations.TDK attaches great importance to diversity. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin or disability. Applicants (m/f/d) who would like the support of the local representative for the severely disabled are requested to indicate this in their application documents.We look forward to meeting you.Apply now