Operations Executive Leadership Role
The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of leading and managing all aspects of manufacturing operations, including strategic planning, execution, growth, and change management through the operations team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Create a compelling vision and gain buy-in from the team to execute on the vision;
* Implement regular two-way communication processes to ensure consistency of focus;
* Develop a culture of execution through focused performance goal setting, coaching, and actively removing barriers to success;
* Ensure the commitment to customer service is upheld through demonstrated decisions and actions made by the organization;
* Lead manufacturing operations strategic planning process, from development through and to implementation, ensuring all business plans, operating and capital budgets support the organization's goals;
* Identify, evaluate, and establish operations plans for growth opportunities, including flexible manufacturing;
* Function as a member of the executive team and contribute to strategic management of the division;
* Recommends and implements strategic changes in manufacturing throughout the organization;
* Manage and improve operations that feature a configured-to-order, high product mix;
* Optimize resources, including inventory, facilities, economics budget, physical and capital assets, and talent;
Requirements:
* Minimum 15 years business and operations leadership experience in a manufacturing environment with responsibility to lead strategic planning, execution, growth, and change management through operations team;
* Six-Sigma black belt certification and significant experience with lean manufacturing processes preferred;
* Experience restructuring/simplifying manufacturing footprint and implementing automation is highly desirable;
* Results-driven, with a strong focus on growth and an understanding of the nuances associated with running a multi-location manufacturing organization;
* Ability to influence and interact within a matrix-based organizational structure and external stakeholders;
* Strong personal presence, self-confidence, and infectious sense of urgency;
* Proven track record of transforming strategy into an actionable plan that delivers measurable business results;
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
* Must be comfortable on the plant floor and with customers;
* Proven track record of leading successful change management initiatives and supporting cultural shifts;
* Bachelor's degree in Operational Leadership, Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical) or Business is required; MBA is preferred;
* Previous training in Demand Flow, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, preferred.
What We Offer:
* Competitive compensation package;
* Comprehensive benefits package;
* Stock options;
* Leadership opportunity;
* High visibility role.
Location: Central Southern Italy
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