The client, a producer of high-quality plastic products with multiple plants, is seeking a Group Chief Operating Officer to lead and supervise all operational activities across their production plants. The ideal candidate will ensure efficiency, quality, productivity, and safety objectives are met while promoting synergies and standardization among the various plants. They will collaborate with Management to implement the industrial strategy, monitor KPIs, and support R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain functions.
The successful applicant will have a degree in Engineering or related field, with proven experience in operational leadership roles within B2B industrial contexts, preferably in plastics or related sectors. They must have a continuous improvement mindset, strong industrial vision, and demonstrated track record in multi-plant management. Fluency in English is required, with knowledge of a second language considered an advantage. This role offers a great career opportunity in a rapidly growing environment, with a focus on sustainability, circular economy, and environmental impact reduction.
Responsibilities for the Group Chief Operating Officer include overseeing a team of approximately 200 people, managing industrial KPIs, promoting lean manufacturing projects, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have authoritative leadership, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to engage effectively with all company functions. They will play a key role in implementing the Group's industrial strategy, executing investment plans, and driving technological development to align production capacity with market needs.