The Industrial Operations Director role at the client, a dynamic international healthcare group, involves leading a comprehensive operational and cultural transformation within the organization. The chosen candidate will be responsible for championing lean thinking, transparency, and cross-functional ownership while aligning corporate objectives with site-level execution. They will oversee all plant operations, drive operational KPIs, and develop a global sourcing strategy to optimize supply chain processes.
The successful applicant for this role will have a degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or Business Administration, with 10+ years of leadership experience in regulated manufacturing environments. They must possess strong leadership skills, industrial KPI knowledge, and experience in operational transformation and cultural change initiatives. Additionally, the candidate should have the ability to inspire, challenge, and align teams, as well as demonstrate adaptability, strategic vision, and business acumen.
In return, the client offers a great professional opportunity for the Industrial Operations Director to drive sustainable growth and excellence across all levels of the value chain. The role involves leading a cultural evolution towards a more agile, data-driven, and globally aligned mindset, while also focusing on strategic sourcing, externalization, supply chain planning, logistics, distribution, and financial governance of operations.