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Director of Operations

Ref: 626462

Midlands, UK (Open to Locate)

£80,000

  • Permanent
  • Operational Excellence
  • Team Leadership
  • Cost Reduction

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned Director of Operations with over 15 years of experience in manufacturing and operations management. They've showcased their capability to drive operational excellence and optimise processes, particularly within high-performing teams. Their international exposure includes managing complex projects across the UK, USA, and China, boasting a strong track record of improving productivity, quality, and safety across these regions.

They possess a clear talent for leadership with an ability to motivate their teams to exceed business goals. Their strategic oversight has consistently yielded improvements in production efficiency and customer satisfaction, making them a powerful asset for transformative leadership in any dynamic business environment.

What makes them great?

  • Improved Production Outcomes: Successfully enhanced production efficiency and reduced waste through the implementation of operational best practices and lean manufacturing principles, leading to significant cost savings and performance enhancements.
  • KPI Development and Analysis: Skilled at crafting and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to steer operations, improve performance metrics such as overall equipment effectiveness, and ultimately increase profitability.
  • International Project Management: Demonstrated expertise in managing cross-regional teams and projects, creating streamlined operations and fostering cohesive team environments across global sites.

Areas of expertise

  • Operational Excellence: Proven ability to improve operational systems, processes, and policies in support of organisations' missions; specifically, supporting better management reporting, information flow, business process, and organisational planning.
  • Manufacturing Leadership: Vast experience overseeing large-scale manufacturing operations, ensuring products meet rigorous quality standards and that operations adhere to health and safety guidelines, both domestically and internationally.
  • Cost Reduction and Efficiency Improvements: Adept at conducting comprehensive cost analysis and implementing strategic initiatives that reduce expenses and enhance the operational workflow.