Global Head of Operations Division Automotive & Industrial

Key Responsibilities

• Direct leadership of 8 Plant Managers and approximately 900 indirect reports (across Engineering, Project Management, local Sales, Order Processing, Production, Invoicing, Logistics and local shared services)
• Manage and develop Plant Managers by providing guidance, coaching, overseeing performance, and setting guidelines
• Full P&L responsibility for the plants, including monitoring and managing budgets, costs, and investments for a segment with approximately CHF 170 million revenue
• Develop, refine, and implement operational strategies, automation initiatives, and Lean Management principles (e.g., 5S, Shopfloor, Lean Production, CIP, Maintenance) to enhance quality, efficiency, and profitability
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement initiatives across all global operational processes, optimizing efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness
• Establish systematic processes with the sales organization to ensure timely information on upcoming changes, optimizing operations for expected sales volume/order book (e.g., operating factor, machine utilization)
• Oversee the performance of all global operational functions, including manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and logistics, ensuring targets are met or exceeded
• Evaluate overall performance by analyzing data, driving continuous improvements in operational activities and reducing lead times in processes and production
• Regularly report KPIs to the Group CEO
• Define investments and submit proposals to Group Management
• Forge and maintain relations of trust with customers, partners, and external authorities globally
• Co-develop and execute plant strategies by setting objectives for all operations, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy
• Implement best practices in global manufacturing and supply chain technologies, including Industry 4.0 applications

Your Profile

• Technical degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent) combined with further education in business administration
• Proven experience of 5+ years in a similar Operations Management role, ideally within the automotive sector
• In-depth knowledge of processes in Production, Engineering, Logistics, and Sales
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire and develop teams
• Analytical capabilities for identifying efficiency potential and strategic planning
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills (minimum B2 in German and English) at all company levels
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, and IATF 16949 or other ISO certifications
• Proficient in Excel, with good working knowledge of the rest of the MS Office Suite
• SAP user knowledge
• Familiarity with other applications such as SalesForce, Qlik (or other Business Warehouse systems) is a plus

We Offer

• Detailed onboarding and support from a collegial and motivated team
• An interesting and diverse field of activity with excellent development opportunities
• Modern working conditions, an attractive compensation model, and very good social benefits
• A sense of entrepreneurship in a challenging position within a dynamic environment
• The opportunity to significantly contribute to the success of an established company in the automotive industry

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for operational excellence and a desire to make a significant impact on a global scale, we encourage you to apply.