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Manchester
6 months ago
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I am looking for a Process and Manufacturing Operations Director to take on an exciting opportunity with a Key Client as a member of the Senior Leadership Team within a fast-growing organisation. They are going through a period of strong organic growth and looking for someone experienced to help drive that to the next step.

If you have experience within a Control and Automation environment, having worked in a project-focussed environment then please apply below! This is an opportunity that doesn't come around often and for the right person would be a challenging but rewarding role as an Organisational leader across Process and Manufacturing across the UK business as part of the board of Directors.

Responsibilities

Operational Delivery
Team Leadership
Financial Oversight
Client and Stakeholder Engagement
Compliance and Risk ManagementExperience Required

Proven experience in a senior operations role within an automation, control systems, or engineering environment. (5 or more years of demonstrable senior management experience (Managing/Project Director, Operations Director, Business Manager etc..)
Strong understanding of industrial automation technologies, systems integration, and project lifecycle management.
Demonstrable leadership in managing multi-disciplinary teams and complex projects.
Strong business and commercial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning. This includes demonstrable experience in commercial management, CVR and project-based accounting.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Degree in Engineering, Automation, or related fieldPlease apply or message me for some more information - if you know anyone who could be a great fit feel free to pass them my details

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