Operations Director

Hugent Hizmet ve Danışmanlık Ltd. Şti; Konak; On-site; TRY 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Director to lead their operations in the food industry. This pivotal role involves managing production, planning, supply chain, and logistics while ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and analytical skills, with a proven track record in operations management. You will have the opportunity to drive projects aimed at enhancing production capacity and efficiency in a dynamic environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact in a thriving sector.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in operations management in the food industry.
• Bachelor's degree in food or industrial engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Manage production, planning, supply chain, and logistics processes.
• Analyze and improve operational workflows continuously.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Team Management

Analytical Mindset

Fluency in English

Results-Oriented Approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP Systems

MS Office Applications

Job description

We are looking for an Operations Director for our client operating in the food industry, to be based in İzmir.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 7 years of experience in operations management within the food industry (especially dry food, olive oil, sunflower oil, pickles, and canned goods)
• Bachelor’s degree in food engineering or industrial engineering
• Preferably experienced in managing production facilities
• Fluent in English (both written and spoken)
• Strong leadership, team management, and organizational skills
• Analytical mindset and results-oriented approach
• Proficient in ERP systems and MS Office applications
• Willingness to travel when necessary

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Efficiently manage production, planning, supply chain, quality control, and logistics processes
• Analyze and continuously improve operational workflows
• Develop projects aimed at increasing production capacity and efficiency
• Lead, manage, and monitor the performance of operational teams
• Ensure compliance with legal regulations and quality standards (such as ISO, HACCP, etc.)
• Prepare and implement operational plans aligned with the company’s growth strategies
• Provide regular reporting to senior management