Global Head of Testing & Verification Labs

Soka Partners • sankt gallen, sankt gallen • Posted June 08, 2026

About the Role

This position is responsible for managing a globally distributed laboratory organization focused on product verification, measurement technologies, validation processes, and data-driven testing activities, for state of the art products.

The role combines operational leadership, strategic development, and cross-functional leadersip within an international engineering environment.

Core Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the long-term strategy for the company’s international testing and verification landscape.
  • Manage laboratory teams across multiple regions and product categories.
  • Drive modernization initiatives related to digital lab environments, automation, infrastructure expansion, and advanced analytics capabilities.
  • Establish globally aligned testing procedures, quality standards, safety guidelines, and reporting frameworks.
  • Partner with engineering, product development, supply chain, and customer-f...