Senior Operations Manager ERP & Special Projects and Initiatives

Baker Hughes; Firenze; Ibrido; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading energy technology company in Florence seeks a Senior Operations Manager for ERP & Special Projects. This role will optimize supply chain processes through ERP systems and drive operational excellence. Responsibilities include leading complex projects, collaborating with global stakeholders, and defining ERP strategy. Candidates should possess a relevant degree, extensive project management experience, and deep ERP expertise. This position offers flexible working patterns and comprehensive benefits.

Servizi

Comprehensive private medical care options

Life insurance and disability programmes

Contemporary work-life balance policies

Competenze

• Extensive experience managing manufacturing projects and initiatives.
• Deep understanding of ERP platforms and their supply chain modules.
• Proven ability to deliver results in dynamic global settings.

Mansioni

• Lead and manage complex operations projects ensuring timely delivery.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement process improvements.
• Define and execute ERP roadmap ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Champion a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Conoscenze

ERP Expertise

Project Management

Process Improvement

Cross-functional Collaboration

Communication Skills

Formazione

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or relevant field

Strumenti

SAP

Oracle

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Operations Manager ERP & Special Projects and Initiatives

Florence

Do you have the energy and expertise to shape and drive operational excellence for an innovative energy technology company

Make a significant impact

The Senior Operations Manager ERP & Special Projects and Initiatives will lead and be strategically focused on optimizing end-to-end supply chain processes through ERP systems and digital transformation. This role is critical in driving operational excellence ensuring seamless integration of ERP platforms (SAP Oracle etc.) and aligning global supply chain processes with organizational goals. The position combines leadership in ERP governance process standardization and advanced technology adoption to enable a resilient data-driven supply chain.

As our Senior Operations Manager you will also be responsible for:

• Leading and managing complex operations projects and initiatives from concept through to execution ensuring on‑time and within‑budget delivery.
• Collaborating with global and regional stakeholders to identify, prioritise and implement high‑impact process improvements and technology upgrades.
• Defining and executing ERP roadmap for Supply Chain ensuring alignment with global standards and business objectives.
• Driving ERP system enhancements, upgrades and de‑customisation strategies to reduce complexity and improve scalability including cloud migration projects and integration of emerging technologies (AI RPA IoT) into ERP‑driven supply chain operations.
• Facilitating effective communication and alignment across functions such as Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality and Commercial to deliver holistic solutions.
• Championing a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement leveraging data‑driven insights and innovative problem‑solving techniques.
• Driving user adoption through training, communication and continuous improvement programmes.
• Acting as a liaison between business and technical teams for ERP‑related projects and issue resolution.
• Monitoring project risks, developing mitigation strategies and ensuring all initiatives adhere to compliance and safety standards.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Management, Business or a related field.
• Extensive experience managing manufacturing projects and initiatives.
• ERP Expertise: deep understanding of ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle) and their supply chain modules.
• Successful track record supporting and leading cross‑functional teams in a global environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in process improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean Six Sigma) highly desirable.
• Exposure to new industry tools for automation and AI for complex process management highly desirable.
• Proven ability to deliver results in dynamic and complex organisational global settings.

We also value

• Strategic Vision: ability to align ERP initiatives with long‑term supply chain and business objectives.
• Cross‑functional Experience: strong exposure to manufacturing and supporting functions (e.g. Supply Chain, Quality, Finance) with the ability to connect processes and drive end‑to‑end solutions.
• Innovation Mindset: passion for leveraging technology to transform traditional supply chain processes.
• Adaptability: comfortable navigating complex ERP landscapes and evolving business priorities.
• Communication & Influence: excellent communication skills both oral and written with a proven ability to engage stakeholders and influence outcomes across all organisational levels.

Work in a way that works for you

We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone. This role we can offer flexible working patterns based on local policy.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well‑being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

The Good Stuff

• Contemporary work‑life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
• Comprehensive private medical care options.
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programmes.
• Tailored financial programmes.
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits.

About Us

With operations in over 120 countries we provide better solutions for our customers and richer opportunities for our people. As a leading partner to the energy industry we are committed to achieving net‑zero carbon emissions by 2050 and we are always looking for the right people to help us get there. People who are as passionate as we are about making energy safer, cleaner and more efficient.

Join Us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energise and inspire you!