VP-GM OPERATIONS

Safran S.A.; Chihuahua; Presencial; MXN 2.000.000 - 3.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Safran Cabin in Chihuahua, Mexico, seeks a General Manager to lead all site operations and align with Safran Cabin's objectives. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people metrics while fostering accountability and excellence.

The role requires 10–15 years of leadership in manufacturing, strong finance and Lean expertise, and experience in regulated industries. Excellent stakeholder management and strategic planning are essential.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum 10-15 years of progressive leadership experience within manufacturing environments.
• Significant experience in aerospace, aviation, automotive, or highly regulated industries preferred.
• Experience with P&L responsibility and strategic planning.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and oversee all site operations, ensuring alignment with Safran Cabin's strategic objectives and business priorities.
• Drive performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) metrics while fostering a culture of accountability and operational excellence.
• Develop and execute short- and long-term business strategies to support growth, profitability, customer satisfaction, and sustainability.
• Manage the site's financial performance, including budget planning, forecasting, cost control, productivity improvement, and capital investment decisions.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace regulatory requirements, customer standards, company policies, and applicable labor and environmental regulations.
• Lead and develop a high-performing leadership team through coaching, succession planning, talent development, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and best practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and competitiveness.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, government agencies, unions, and corporate stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for significant operational, quality, customer, or workforce issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Champion a strong safety culture, risk management practices, and business continuity plans across all functions.
• Support business growth initiatives by identifying opportunities, improving operational capabilities.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Operational Excellence

Financial acumen

P&L management

People management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Educación

Bachelor's degree

MBA or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Published 08.31.2026 Company : Safran Cabin Job field : General managers Location : Chihuahua , Mexico Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelor's Degree Required experience : More than 8 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Spoken language(s) : English BilingualPublished 08.31.2026Job DescriptionThe General Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the site's operations, ensuring the achievement of business objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, customer satisfaction, and employee engagement. This role provides strategic direction and operational leadership across manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, finance, human resources, quality, and continuous improvement functions while fostering a culture aligned with Safran values and industry best practices.The General Manager serves as the primary representative of the site, driving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and organizational performance while maintaining compliance with aerospace regulations, customer requirements, and corporate standardsJob RequirementsEducation:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.Experience:Minimum 10-15 years of progressive leadership experience within manufacturing environments.Significant experience in aerospace, aviation, automotive, or highly regulated industries preferred.Proven track record managing large-scale operations and multidisciplinary teams.Experience with P&L responsibility and strategic planning.Knowledge & Skills:Strong leadership and people management capabilities.Excellent strategic thinking and decision-making skills.Advanced financial and business acumen.Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Operational Excellence.Strong understanding of quality systems and regulatory compliance.Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.Leadership Competencies:Strategic VisionCustomer FocusAccountabilityResults OrientationChange LeadershipTalent DevelopmentCollaboration and InfluenceEthical LeadershipBut what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)Key ResponsibilitiesLead and oversee all site operations, ensuring alignment with Safran Cabin's strategic objectives and business priorities.Drive performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) metrics while fostering a culture of accountability and operational excellence.Develop and execute short- and long-term business strategies to support growth, profitability, customer satisfaction, and sustainability.Manage the site's financial performance, including budget planning, forecasting, cost control, productivity improvement, and capital investment decisions.Ensure compliance with aerospace regulatory requirements, customer standards, company policies, and applicable labor and environmental regulations.Lead and develop a high-performing leadership team through coaching, succession planning, talent development, and employee engagement initiatives.Promote Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and best practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and competitiveness.Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, government agencies, unions, and corporate stakeholders.Serve as the primary escalation point for significant operational, quality, customer, or workforce issues and ensure timely resolution.Champion a strong safety culture, risk management practices, and business continuity plans across all functions.Support business growth initiatives by identifying opportunities, improving operational capabilities.Company InformationSafran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's \"\"World's Best Companies 2025\"\" ranking.Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems.Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day.Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe.Did you know? We have probably already flown together!Would you like to join us? Learn more about Safran Cabin here.(Hyperlink: https://www.safran-group.com/en/companies/safran-cabin)Locate your future workplaceTabalaopa 31385ChihuahuaMexico