Senior CFT Lead

About the organization

Neways is an international technology partner specializing in mission-critical electronics for demanding applications. With more than 55 years of experience, the company combines engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing technologies, and supply chain capabilities. Neways operates in three strategic core markets: Semiconductor, Defence & Mobility, and Connectivity.

Neways Cable & Wire Solutions (NCWS) specializes in high-quality cable and wiring solutions. The organization supports customers from engineering and prototyping through serial production, testing, and lifecycle support. Within the Defence sector, reliability, quality, traceability, and continuity are essential requirements. The combination of technical expertise and industrial execution strength makes NCWS a trusted partner for complex, mission-critical applications.

This is how you make impact

Defence is one of Neways' strategic growth markets and is entering its next phase of development within NCWS. As a Senior Customer Focus Team (CFT) Lead, you provide operational leadership to a multidisciplinary customer team focused on this demanding sector. You operate at the intersection of the customer and the internal organization, balancing People, Product, and Profit.

You are responsible for delivering customer requirements, achieving planned production output, and meeting QLTC-S objectives (Quality, Logistics, Technology, Cost & Sustainability). You take ownership of complex customer projects from opportunity identification and contract negotiations through execution, delivery, and financial closure. In doing so, you ensure alignment between commercial agreements, customer requirements, project risks, and operational feasibility.

You work closely with Global Business Development, Account Management, Manufacturing Performance Teams (MPTs), and Category Teams (CTs) within our international matrix organization.

This is what we offer

As a Senior CFT Lead, we offer you a challenging and influential position within a dynamic manufacturing environment in a rapidly growing market. You will have the opportunity to make a direct contribution to the further development of Neways' Defence portfolio.

In addition, we offer:

·       A competitive salary based on your knowledge and experience;

·       27 vacation days plus 13 additional ADV (reduction of working hours) days;

·       An attractive pension scheme and travel allowance;

·       Participation in a bicycle plan.

This is what you bring to the team

With your leadership skills, strategic mindset, and collaborative approach, you elevate the Customer Focus Team to the next level. You know how to align multiple disciplines, foster a culture of ownership and results, and maintain oversight under pressure.

In addition, you have:

·       At least 5 years of proven experience leading teams and managing projects within a technical and customer-oriented environment;

·       HBO/Bachelor's or WO/Master's level working and thinking capability, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering & Management, or a related field;

·       Strong commercial awareness and a results-driven mindset;

·       The ability to maintain an overview, set priorities, and make well-founded decisions;

·       Excellent command of the Dutch and English languages. Knowledge of the German language is considered an advantage.

Your daily responsibilities include

As a Senior CFT Lead, you bring focus, direction, and structure to the team. You work within the established governance and meeting structure of our matrix organization and act as the connecting link between Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Quality.

Together with department leaders, you develop both people and processes while maintaining an overall view and ensuring flawless execution.

Further responsibilities include:

·       Driving progress and results across QLTC-S objectives while safeguarding healthy margins and sound financial project performance;

·       Identifying project risks and bottlenecks at an early stage, taking appropriate action, and setting clear priorities;

·       Establishing and chairing the CFT governance structure while ensuring effective communication and reporting lines for all stakeholders;

·       Strengthening existing customer relationships, aligning the product portfolio and roadmap with customer needs, and supporting new commercial opportunities in collaboration with Account Management and Business Development;

·       Developing and executing CFT plans and coordinating customer-focused improvement initiatives;

·       Coaching and developing team members in both their professional role and personal growth;

·       Reporting progress and results to the NCWS Management Team.