About This RoleThe Head of Operations is accountable for the overall operational performance, workforce capability, process safety, environmental compliance and production planning across the site's manufacturing units and supporting operations.This position translates site and business strategies into operational priorities and short-, mid- and long-term plans. The role develops organizational capabilities, strengthens frontline leadership, drives operational excellence and ensures effective coordination with Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability, Supply Chain, HSSE and other functions.The successful candidate will balance daily operational execution with long-term planning, ensuring the sustainable achievement of site safety, production, quality, reliability, environmental and cost objectives.
Job Highlights- Lead and manage the overall Operations organization to ensure safe, compliant, reliable and cost-effective execution of site manufacturing activities.
- Drive overall operational leadership, production performance and operational discipline across multiple production units.
- Develop and execute short-, mid- and long-term operational plans aligned with site and business strategies.
- Anticipate future operational needs, including production capacity, workforce capabilities, equipment reliability, resources and capital investments.
- Provide leadership, organization development, succession planning and workforce capability development.
- Ensure process safety, HSSE and regulatory compliance within Operations.
- Lead production planning, resource allocation and cross-unit coordination.
- Drive operational excellence, continuous improvement and sustainable performance improvements.
- Manage operating costs, resource utilization and operational KPIs.
- Ensure effective cross-functional alignment, communication and escalation.
- Strengthen accountability and ensure consistent execution of corrective actions and systematic improvements in operating performance.
Experience / Skills- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in chemical manufacturing or operations, with demonstrated progressive responsibility and leadership capabilities. 10+ years preferred.
- Proven ability to lead teams and develop organizational capabilities in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of standard IT systems and programs, including ERP.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment in prioritizing resources, resolving competing operational demands, managing abnormal situations and determining when escalation is required.
- Ability to lead a multi-unit chemical manufacturing organization operating processes with significant process safety, environmental, quality and business risks.
- Demonstrated experience in operational planning, performance management and continuous improvement.
- Ability to balance production commitments, workforce capability, equipment reliability, maintenance requirements, operating costs and compliance obligations across multiple operating areas.
- Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate business objectives into actionable operational plans and long-term improvement priorities.
What we offer- Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. Please note, the actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.
- Comprehensive Benefits We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
- Work-Life & Flexibility We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global "Xwork" program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
- Training & Development We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
