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European Operations Director

Ref: 622758

West Midlands, UK

£100,000

  • Permanent
  • Award-Winning Performance
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Operational Excellence

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned European Operations Director with over thirty years of experience, primarily within the automotive industry. They are currently overseeing operations across seven manufacturing plants, demonstrating expertise in leading multi-plant operations in regions including the UK and Turkey. Their career reflects consistent growth from operational roles to strategic leadership positions. They exhibit robust problem-solving skills, high stress tolerance, and have been integral in driving operational excellence and achieving award-winning results in process improvements and production efficiency.

This operational leader boasts a track record of steering sites towards significantly enhanced productivity and compliance, fostering team development, and implementing rigorous safety and quality standards. Recognised as a dynamic leader, they are adept at working under pressure, establishing effective communication across all levels of an organisation, and delivering results that align with corporate targets and customer expectations.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction & Process Optimisation: Improved internal quality results by 65% and external quality by 53% in the first year at a leading manufacturing firm.
  • Leadership in High-Stakes Environments: Managed significant transitions including Brexit and the COVID-19 pandemic, maintaining operational continuity and securing new business.
  • Award-Winning Performance: Recognised with multiple internal awards for outstanding contributions to operational excellence and quality.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic & Operational Leadership: Proven ability at managing and improving operations at multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
  • Continuous Improvement & Kaizen: Champion of continuous improvement processes, consistently implementing strategies that enhance productivity and efficiency.
  • P&L Management: Skilled in overseeing profit and loss statements, budgeting, and financial management to maximise financial performance across operations.