Senior Site Director, Dairy Ops & Digital Transformation

Arla Foods A.m.b.a; Esbjerg; On-site; DKK 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Arla Foods A.m.b.a is seeking a Senior Site Director for Esbjerg Dairy, a large Danish site within Arla's supply chain. You will lead two production sites focusing on value-added products, driving strategic direction, and delivering high performance across SQCDMP metrics.

You will shape the future by advancing digital roadmaps, developing talent, and steering cross-functional initiatives to ensure exceptional product quality and customer service.

Qualifications

• Masters-level engineering degree with broad manufacturing experience.
• Proven leadership at a large-scale site with strong results.
• Experience in continuous improvement and capital investments.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production and improve site performance to meet customer expectations.
• Drive digital transformation and data-driven decision making.
• Develop talent and set long-term site direction aligned with strategy.
• Oversee cross-functional projects and ensure execution of business plans.
• Maintain emphasis on safety, quality, cost, delivery, motivation, and sustainability.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operational excellence

Digital transformation

Lean Six Sigma

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

Data analytics platforms

Automation technologies

Job description

Arla Foods A.m.b.a is seeking a Senior Site Director for Esbjerg Dairy, a large Danish site within Arla's supply chain. You will lead two production sites focusing on value-added products, driving strategic direction, and delivering high performance across SQCDMP metrics.

You will shape the future by advancing digital roadmaps, developing talent, and steering cross-functional initiatives to ensure exceptional product quality and customer service.