Our client is a respected organization in the textile industry with a rich history of over 150 years as a family business. The company is privileged to have a dedicated team of over 1,200 employees worldwide, placing great importance on promoting fair and safe working environments. Additionally, our client takes pride in its own production facilities for rainwear, multinorm clothing, and tricot.
Role
- As the Manager of Operations at Group level, you are responsible for the production output of all workshops, both those managed in-house and the third-party workshops where our client manufactures its products under own name in Macedonia, Tunisia and in other countries in Far East like India & China.
- Your success is determined by incremental improvements in the mix of production enhancements, product quality, efficiency, costs, and on-time deliveries. Next to monitoring the ESG sustainability objectives of the group, for instance the social context of initiatives like Fair Wear.
- You are also expected to participate in the supply contingency plan, taking responsibility for its successful implementation and monitoring.
- You report to the CEO and act as a central figure, ensuring close coordination between sourcing, planning, and the companies.
Profile
A bachelor's or master's degree and 10 years of relevant international operations work experience in a textile-related field (Fabric Suppliers, Protective Fabrics, Furniture Fabrics, Wallpaper, Tent Fabrics, Sail Fabrics...) and / or in textile production, Advanced Materials, Fine Chemicals, Food production...Analytical strength and the ability to convey insights to others.Result-oriented able to motivate team members.Strong experience leading teams in a matrix organization and driving required KPIs.Excellent team player with natural leadership skills.Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with good empathy.Proactive, well-organized, and high energy.Solution minded.Having professional experience with the Far East is important.Experience in a similar role is a significant advantage.Fluent in English. Knowledge of French and / or Dutch is an extra plus.J-18808-Ljbffr