Sr. Director, Operations

Cooper-Standard Automotive, Inc.; Northville (MI); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Standard Automotive, Inc. in Northville, MI is seeking an experienced Operations leader to manage North America manufacturing.

You will oversee P&L, launch new programs, and drive safety culture and talent development across the region. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, advanced degree preferred, 7+ years of management, strong communication and strategic planning skills, and willingness to travel to facilities and customer sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Advanced degree or equivalent preferred.
• Seven plus years prior management experience required.
• Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Complex analysis and ability to present complex information for others to understand.
• Strategic planning, project management and organizational development.
• Ability to influence organizations.
• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for Operations within North America.
• Delivers overall financial commitment for North America Operations.
• Provides strategic development and drives implementation of lean operating culture.
• Responsible for the safety of all Team Members and the environment is maintained properly and the Team Members demonstrate proper behaviors.
• Responsible for ensuring all quality policies and procedures are followed by all Team Members including documentation of deviation of standard work flow.
• Evaluates key business challenges; directs the development of new or innovative solutions.
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Project management

Communication skills

MS Office

Data analysis

People development

Travel readiness

Influence organizations

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Advanced degree or equivalent preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

This individual will have responsibility for manufacturing activity including: achieving required financial performance (P&L), meeting customer production and quality requirements, launching new programs, ongoing improvements in safety culture and performance, and development of talent for future succession within Operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for Operations within North America
• Delivers overall financial commitment for North America Operations
• Provides strategic development and drives implementation of lean operating culture
• Responsible for the safety of all Team Members and the environment is maintained properly and the Team Members demonstrate proper behaviors
• Responsible for ensuring all quality policies and procedures are followed by all Team Members including documentation of deviation of standard work flow
• Evaluates key business challenges; directs the development of new or innovative solutions
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Advanced degree or equivalent preferred
• Seven plus years prior management experience required
• Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Complex analysis and ability to present complex information for others to understand
• Strategic planning, project management and organizational development
• Ability to influence organizations
• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary

Work Environment/Work Conditions

• Professional Office Environment
• Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
• Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
• Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury

Position Type

Regular

Additional Locations

Spartanburg

Additional Information

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether personal, professional, or via education or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing [e-mail] with a description of the accommodation you seek.

Remote Status

Hybrid Cooper Standard, headquartered in Northville, Mich. USA, is a leading global supplier of systems and components for the automotive industry. Products include sealing, fuel and brake delivery, and fluid transfer systems. Cooper Standard employs approximately 24,000 people globally and operates in 21 countries around the world. For more information, please visit www.cooperstandard.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran VEVRAA Federal Contractor