Chief Operating Officer - Dellner Glass Solutions

Dellner Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in glass solutions is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to ensure operational excellence and drive productivity across global operations. The role involves strategic leadership, collaboration with management, and implementing quality processes to enhance efficiency and profitability. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing and global operations, with strong leadership and financial management skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of the business.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in manufacturing and global operations.
• Proven ability to motivate teams and achieve objectives.
• Strong understanding of financial management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational excellence across the global organization.
• Lead and coach operations teams to adhere to quality standards.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial Management

Lean Production

Education

Master of Business and Management

Job description

Chief Operating Officer - Dellner Glass Solutions

Chief Operating Officer - Dellner Glass Solutions

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Global Project Manager @ Dellner Group | Master of Business and Management, Stockholm School of Economics

DELLNER GLASS SOLUTIONS is a leading glass and fabrication company providing solutions in the global transport and security markets. We supply glazing and interior solutions for railway, buses & coaches, defense and special architectural segments. DELLNER GLASS Solutions is part of DELLNER GROUP that is a fast-paced and expansive company which makes this an exciting opportunity to be part of building up a truly global business and there are many opportunities to influence the future of our business!

DELLNER GROUP is a privately owned industrial investment company that owns and invests in businesses across different industrial sectors. DELLNER GROUP businesses are world leading global suppliers of braking, hydraulic, polymer and glass products and solutions across the material handling, wind energy, marine, oil and gas, industrial and transportation sectors.

About the position

We are looking for a Chief Operating Officer, COO, who can ensure operational excellence across our global organisation by increasing productivity, efficiency, and profitability. The goal is to contribute to continuous growth by adopting best practices, seeking improvement opportunities, and further developing our way of managing operations and supporting our customers. Additionally, the COO position will be part of the business' management team and will be part of forming the future of Dellner Glass Solutions Group.

As the Chief Operating Officer at DELLNER GLASS Solutions, you will lead and coach the operations teams, ensuring that all activities adhere to plans, policies, quality standards, and financial targets, with a focus on customer interests. You are responsible for building a global supply chain and manufacturing footprint, considering risk management and sustainability implications. As Dellner is an entrepreneurial company, you will work both operationally and strategically within your field of responsibility.

Key part of the role is to implement quality processes within the DELLNER GLASS Solutions group, effectively streamline production processes and identify risks and address areas of development and opportunities for the company. To succeed in your role, you will need to establish a robust internal network within the organization and facilitate strong collaboration between local and global entities.

In the role, you can develop, implement, and review operational policies and procedures to ensure that all legal and regulatory documents are filed, and monitor compliance with laws and regulations.

It’s essential to collaborate with the Managing Director and the management team, to drive our values and mission, setting both short and long-term goals. The role includes also activities around budgeting, reporting, planning, and auditing functions.

Location for this position will be dependent on you as a candidate, but preferably close to one of our sites in Europe. Travelling will be required.

Key skills and required qualifications

To excel in this role, you should have extensive experience in the manufacturing industry and previous involvement in global operations within management or leadership positions. You must be result-oriented with a proven ability to motivate teams and achieve objectives. Proficiency in lean production methodologies is essential. As a leader, you are expected to be responsive, communicative, and proficient in driving, developing, and implementing effective working methods to meet established business goals. A strong understanding of financial management is also required.

You have a relevant academic background (or equivalent) and have held similar or other senior positions in global companies, focusing on operations management, business development, or related fields. Experience in leading organizational change and demonstration of successful business turnarounds and growth is crucial. You also have a solid background in international and diverse intercultural work environments. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in English are necessary for this role.

Application

Find more information on Careers at DELLNER GLASS Solutions. For more information about the role, please contact Annika Smedman, Global Project Manager at DELLNER GROUP, via phone [phone] or via e-mail: [e-mail].

Welcome with your application no later than May 25, 2025!

About DELLNER GROUP

Respect for each other, commitment, simplicity, and joy characterize the atmosphere in all our parts within the Group. Teamwork and innovation are central parts in our daily business.

DELLNER GROUP is a fast-paced and expansive company which make this an exciting opportunity – to be part of building up a global business and a corporate Group. There are many opportunities to influence the future of our business!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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