Senior Operations Director

Zohorecruit; United Arab Emirates; Presencial; AED 300.000 - 540.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Black & Grey HR is recruiting on behalf of a leading agri-food manufacturing player in the UAE for a Chief Operating Officer. The role will oversee production, supply chain, quality, and R&D across multiple sites, driving operational excellence and sustainable growth.

You will lead strategic planning, drive pricing and go-to-market alignment with commercial teams, and mentor cross-functional teams to achieve performance targets while ensuring regulatory and quality compliance across the

Formación

• Bachelor-level degree required; MBA preferred for senior leadership.
• 20+ years of progressive leadership in multi-site manufacturing operations.
• Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and delivering transformation.
• Strong strategic planning, commercial acumen, and execution capabilities.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and drive operational performance across all functions and locations.
• Oversee manufacturing, supply chain, and production operations to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Champion cost optimization and resource efficiency initiatives.
• Partner with commercial and sales teams to align operations with market demands.
• Translate high-level strategies into actionable operational plans and drive continuous improvement.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional leadership

ERP systems

Data-driven performance management

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Engineering/Operations Management

MBA (preferred)

Herramientas

ERP software

Descripción del empleo

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 29/05/2025

Black & Grey HR is recruiting on behalf of a leading player in the agri-food manufacturing space, operating large-scale, vertically integrated production and distribution facilities across the UAE and GCC. Our client is seeking a strategic and results-driven Chief Operating Officerto lead and optimize day-to-day operations across their business sector. This pivotal role is responsible for ensuring operational excellence across multiple functions—including production, supply chain, sales, commercial, quality, and R&D—while driving synergy, efficiency, and sustainable growth across the organization.

Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• - Lead and drive operational performance across all business functions and locations.
• - Oversee manufacturing, supply chain, and production operations to ensure efficiency, scalability, and output quality.
• - Champion cost optimization and resource efficiency initiatives.
• - Partner with commercial and sales teams to align operational strategies with market and customer demands.
• - Drive pricing, distribution, and go-to-market strategies to enhance revenue and market share.
• - Monitor sales performance and market trends to identify growth opportunities.

Supply Chain & Logistics

• - Manage end-to-end supply chain functions, including procurement, inventory, logistics, and distribution.
• - Establish strong supplier partnerships to ensure material continuity and reduce supply risks.
• - Optimize logistics operations to ensure timely delivery and cost effectiveness.

Strategic Planning & Execution

• - Translate high-level business strategies into actionable operational plans.
• - Lead continuous improvement initiatives and operational innovation programs.
• - Ensure alignment of operational goals with the company’s long-term vision.
• - Build, mentor, and lead high-performing, cross-functional teams across regions.
• - Foster a culture of accountability, safety, performance, and innovation.
• - Drive employee engagement, development, and succession planning.

Compliance & Risk Management

• - Ensure all operations adhere to regulatory, environmental, and industry standards.
• - Identify and mitigate operational risks, ensuring business continuity and quality assurance.

Requirements

• - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field. MBA preferred.
• - 20+ years of progressive leadership experience in operational roles, preferably in multi-site manufacturing.
• - Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and delivering business transformation.
• - Strong strategic planning, commercial acumen, and execution capabilities.
• - Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
• - Proficiency in ERP systems and data-driven performance management.
• - Attractive Salary + Benefits