Director of Operations

Kienbaum; Wrocław; On-site; PLN 340,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international material processing company is seeking a Director of Operations in Wrocław, Poland. This role involves overseeing operations, preparing budgets, and engaging with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a technical degree, proven leadership experience in production, and strong communication skills in English and Polish.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a comparable role in material processing.
• Background in leading teams within a production environment.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the advancement of operations in Poland.
• Prepare and execute the operational budget.
• Engage with key stakeholders locally and internationally.
• Lead teams to promote cohesion and development.

Skills

Leadership

Change Management

Communication

Process Optimization

Team Development

Fluent English

Proficient Polish

Education

University degree in a technical field

Job description

The Company:

International material processing company.

The Role:

The Director of Operations will oversee the advancement of the company’s operations in Poland, ensuring alignment with the Group’s overall strategic objectives.

The Responsibilites:

• Contributing to the development and refinement of the company’s strategic direction
• Preparing and executing the operational budget
• Overseeing the departments of Production, Technology, and Maintenance
• Executing operational strategies, ensuring they are effectively communicated, monitored, and aligned with the Group’s strategic and annual plans
• Engaging with key stakeholders at both local and international levels
• Tracking initiatives aimed at improving core operational KPIs
• Driving the adoption and execution of lean principles and 5S practices
• Leading teams by promoting motivation, cohesion, continuous development, and a collaborative work environment

The Requirements:

• A university degree in a technical field
• Proven experience in a comparable role with similar responsibilities, preferably within the material processing companies, where physical or chemical processes occur
• A strong background in leading teams within a production environment
• Solid expertise in change management and optimizing processes
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in English (and Polish) at a fluent level