Operations Director

Michael Page Colombia; San Gil; On-site; COP 203,327,798 - 271,103,731; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paquete de compensación ejecutiva

Oportunidad de liderazgo en la operación de manufactura

Job summary

Michael Page Colombia busca un líder para establecer y dirigir una nueva operación de manufactura en San Gil, Santander. El candidato ideal debe tener experiencia en la gestión de plantas y un sólido conocimiento de entornos de manufactura.

Se requiere un título en Ingeniería o Administración y habilidades de liderazgo excepcionales. Se ofrece un paquete de compensación competitivo y la oportunidad de influir en el crecimiento de un proyecto innovador en la región.

Qualifications

• Experiencia comprobada en gestión de plantas o liderazgo de operaciones.
• Forte experiencia en ambientes de manufactura como electrónica, plásticos, o sectores industriales similares.
• Dominio del español y nivel avanzado de inglés requeridos.

Responsibilities

• Liderar el establecimiento y crecimiento de una nueva operación de manufactura.
• Gestionar el rendimiento operativo y objetivos de rentabilidad.
• Desarrollar y ejecutar la estrategia comercial de la empresa.

Skills

Gestión de Plantas

Liderazgo de Operaciones

Mejora Continua

Comunicación

Negociación

Education

Título universitario en Ingeniería, Administración de Empresas, o disciplinas relacionadas

Job description

• Lead the launch and scale-up of a pioneering manufacturing operation.
• Drive a high-visibility project with international stakeholders.

Acerca de nuestro cliente

Our client is a leading industrial organization with international operations, recognized for developing long-term strategic initiatives in collaboration with public and private stakeholders. The company is currently driving a high-impact project focused on strengthening sustainable industrial capabilities in Colombia.

Descripción

• Lead the establishment and scale-up of a new manufacturing operation from start-up through full production capacity.
• Develop and execute the company's business strategy to achieve sustainable growth and financial performance.
• Build, mentor, and develop a strong leadership team while fostering a high-performance organizational culture.
• Manage operational performance, production targets, budgeting, forecasting, and profitability objectives.
• Drive commercial initiatives to support business development, revenue generation, and market expansion.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with government entities, suppliers, strategic partners, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, governance standards, and legal obligations as the company's legal representative.
• Coordinate with international partners and technical suppliers to ensure successful implementation of manufacturing capabilities and operational excellence.

Perfil buscado (h/m)

The selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Management, Operations, Manufacturing, or related disciplines.
• Proven experience in Plant Management, Operations Leadership, or similar executive-level positions.
• Strong background in manufacturing environments such as electronics manufacturing, circuit assembly, power conversion technologies, semiconductors, glass, plastics, minerals, advanced manufacturing, or related industrial sectors.
• Demonstrated success leading greenfield projects, plant start-ups, operational scale-ups, or business transformation initiatives.
• Strong experience managing P&L, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business growth.
• Knowledge of manufacturing operations, operational excellence, continuous improvement, quality systems, compliance, and industrial best practices.
• Experience managing complex stakeholder environments, including government entities, international partners, suppliers, boards, and investors.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and people management capabilities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in fast-paced and evolving environments.
• Fluent Spanish and advanced English are required.
• Experience working in multicultural and international environments is highly desirable.

Qué Ofrecemos

• Competitive executive compensation package aligned with the strategic scope of the role.
• Opportunity to lead the creation and growth of a unique greenfield manufacturing operation.
• Significant exposure to international leadership teams and strategic stakeholders.