Senior Manager - Offer Safety

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.) is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to diverse segments, including homes, agriculture, buildings, infrastructure, and industry.

Job Description: Senior Manager – Offer Safety

Location: Coimbatore

Function: Quality

Business Unit: Lauritz Knudsen Electrical & Automation - ESP

Role Type: Individual Contributor

Reporting To: Offer Safety Officer

Role Purpose

Lead the implementation and governance of the Offer Safety Management system to ensure all products, solutions, and services are safe, compliant, and reliable across their lifecycle. Drive a strong risk prevention and safety culture while enabling business growth through robust safety processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead Offer Safety System
    • Implement and sustain Offer Safety Management processes across the business
    • Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, standards, and internal policies
  • Drive Governance & Reviews
    • Facilitate and govern Offer Safety Committees (OSMAC/OSSC/OSRC/LRC)
    • Support safety decision-making for offer approvals and releases
  • Manage Risk & Safety Issues
    • Lead risk assessments and hazard analysis using FMEA, FTA, RCA
    • Manage safety issues end‑to‑end, including containment, escalation, and recalls (if required)
    • Drive execution and closure of Offer Safety Alerts (OSA)
  • Enable Cross‑Functional Collaboration
    • Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and business teams to embed safety across lifecycle
    • Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on safety risks
  • Build Capability & Continuous Improvement
    • Develop organizational capability in safety tools and methodologies (8D, FMEA, FTA)
    • Track safety KPIs, trends, and implement improvement initiatives

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferred)
  • 8–12 years of experience in quality, product safety, or engineering roles
  • Experience in design quality, compliance, or safety engineering preferred

Key Skills

Technical

  • Risk assessment & safety analysis
  • Quality tools: FMEA, FTA, 8D, Root Cause Analysis
  • Product lifecycle & regulatory compliance

Behavioural

  • Strong leadership and influencing skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Continuous improvement mindset

Success Metrics

  • Compliance with safety standards and internal directives
  • Effectiveness of safety governance and review processes
  • Reduction in safety incidents and non-conformities
  • Timely closure of safety alerts and risk mitigation actions

Why This Role Matters

This role is critical in ensuring that all offers meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and compliance, protecting customers, brand reputation, and enabling sustainable business growth.

What's in it for me?

  • Direct impact on product reliability and customer satisfaction across global markets
  • Opportunity to shape quality strategy and influence cross-functional teams
  • Supportive culture with access to technical training and career development programs
  • Flexible work environment that values both independence and collaboration

Bring your quality expertise to a team that's ready to welcome you—apply today!

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