Senior Director Operations

Ash & Harris Executive Search; Windsor; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Director of Operations to manage and guide Remanufacturing, Production, Quality, and Engineering resources. This role involves strategic development, team leadership, vendor relations, and advocating for operational excellence in professional realms. The successful candidate will balance leadership and strategic planning to meet and exceed company objectives.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and strategic planning capabilities are crucial.
• Experience in managing operational teams and vendor relationships.
• Ability to inspire and develop management teams.

Responsibilities

• Guide and manage the company's Remanufacturing, Production, Quality, and Engineering resources.
• Define and track operational metrics to align departmental objectives.
• Foster and uphold relationships with vendors and service providers.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Collaboration

Project Management

Process Enhancement

Quality Assurance

Job description

Job Summary

The Director of Operations is tasked with guiding and managing the company's Remanufacturing, Production, Quality, and Engineering resources effectively. As a vital member of the executive team, they will help steer the development, monitoring, and realization of the organization’s strategic objectives and goals.

Key Responsibilities & Skills

- Leadership & Alignment: Deliver robust day-to-day leadership within Operations, resonating with the company’s mission and core values.

- Strategic Development: Craft and rollout long-term operational strategies that align seamlessly with company goals.

- Business Insight: Utilize seasoned experience and sharp business acumen to gauge how financial and operational performance affects the company's growth.

- Dynamic Team Leadership: Propel operational teams in project management, process enhancement, supply chain management, and quality assurance with robust leadership.

- KPI Development: Define, track, and leverage operational metrics to drive and synchronize departmental objectives and targets.

- Collaborative Planning: Work hand-in-hand with operational managers to formulate strategic plans, invest in strategic capital, and enhance systems for meeting higher business objectives.

- Team Motivation & Growth: Inspire and lead a high-performing management team, attracting, recruiting, and retaining essential members while mentoring for career growth and development.

- Vendor Relations: Foster and uphold excellent relationships with external vendors and service providers, alongside internal non-operational department heads.

- Professional Representation: Advocate for the company's operational excellence in various professional realms, events, and councils to enhance industry standards.

- Operations Conformance: Execute additional duties as required while ensuring compliance with the quality management system.

- Feedback Provision: Offer insights and feedback on system needs and improvements for better operational outcomes.

Skills Required

To excel as a Director of Operations, a balance of strong leadership, strategic planning, cross-department collaboration, and continuous development are crucial. The successful candidate will be an adept manager with a strategic perspective, providing valuable input and playing a pivotal role in executing company objectives while ensuring the operational standards are upheld.