Operations Area Director - Food Industry

ppTailorFox – your HR Business Partner, on behalf of a leading bmultinational services company /b, with a strong bpeople-centric culture /b and a bsolid commitment to quality, and improvement /b, is looking to strengthen its Operations Area by recruiting an: /ppbOPERATIONS AREA DIRECTOR - Food Industry /b /ppThis profile will be accountable for the overall performance of a large, complex operational site in a fast-paced, time-critical environment. /ppThe role ensures safe, efficient, high-quality end-to-end service delivery while leading the site through a significant transformation across strategy, organisation, people, processes, operating methods, and performance control systems. /ppThe position combines a strong bsense of urgency and hands-on operational leadership /b with a bmedium- to long-term strategic vision /b, ensuring immediate operational stability while building sustainable, structured, and scalable solutions. /ppThe role carries full responsibility for boperational excellence, financial sustainability, people leadership, regulatory compliance, ethical conduct, and customer satisfaction /b, in line with corporate standards, client requirements, and applicable local and international regulations. /ppThe position oversees all activities related to production, warehousing and operations, internal logistics, and last-mile service delivery to external interfaces, with a workforce of approximately 300 employees. /ppbKey responsibilities /b: /ppb1. Overall Site Leadership /b /pulliHold full accountability for the end-to-end management of the site, including production, operational logistics, transport services, and support functions. /liliEnsure operational continuity, safety, quality, and on‑time service delivery in a high‑pressure, fast‑moving operating environment. /liliAct as the senior company representative towards clients, regulatory bodies, and local stakeholders. /liliEnsure site operations are consistently aligned with corporate standards, contractual commitments, and customer expectations. /li /ulpb2. Financial Governance, Investments Performance /b /pulliOwn the site Profit Loss and ensure long‑term economic sustainability. /liliPrepare and manage annual budgets and periodic forecasts in coordination with Headquarters. /liliDefine, prioritize, and manage site investment plans (CAPEX), ensuring alignment with operational needs, safety requirements, and return on investment. /liliMonitor costs, productivity, service performance, and margins. /liliIdentify risks and drive corrective actions and cost‑optimization initiatives without compromising quality, safety, or compliance. /li /ulpb3. Operations Management Decision Making /b /pulliDefine the operational organization model and production plans to meet demand, service levels, and efficiency targets. /liliLead and supervise site functional managers (e.g. Production, Quality, Transport, Maintenance, Logistics). /liliEnsure consistent application of operational procedures, technical standards, and regulatory requirements. /liliManage critical situations, disruptions, and operational emergencies with speed, clarity, and authority. /liliTake btimely and well‑balanced decisions /b, including bdifficult and high‑impact choices /b, in conditions of uncertainty and operational pressure. /liliEvaluate and govern bmake‑or‑buy decisions /b related to production, logistics, and support activities, balancing cost efficiency, service quality, flexibility, and operational risk. /li /ulpb4. Workforce Planning People Leadership /b /pulliDefine and continuously review workforce planning in line with demand variability, productivity targets, and service requirements. /liliEnsure optimal staffing models, shift structures, and skill mix to support operational performance and cost control. /liliDirectly manage the site leadership team and provide clear direction, priorities, and objectives. /liliSet individual and functional goals aligned with business strategy and operational KPIs. /liliDrive performance management, talent development, and succession planning. /liliPromote a strong safety culture, accountability, and alignment with company values. /li /ulpb5. Change Management Transformation /b /pulliLead and govern complex change initiatives affecting organization design, operating models, processes, tools, methods, and control systems. /liliTranslate strategic direction into pragmatic and executable operational actions. /liliBalance immediate operational fixes with the implementation of structured, long‑term solutions. /liliAct as a visible and credible change leader, engaging managers and employees through clarity, consistency, and discipline. /li /ulpb6. Quality, Safety, Compliance Ethics /b /pulliEnsure full compliance with Quality, Health, Safety, Environment, and Security standards. /liliPartner with Quality and Compliance functions for internal and external audits. /liliEnsure timely and effective management of non‑conformities, incidents, and corrective actions. /liliMaintain robust governance over risk management and regulatory adherence. /liliUphold the highest standards of bethical conduct, integrity, and transparency /b, setting the tone from the top. /li /ulpb7. Continuous Improvement Innovation /b /pulliChampion continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, reliability, and service quality. /liliCollaborate with Innovation and Continuous Improvement teams to implement new processes, tools, and technologies. /liliSupport digitalization, automation, and standardization initiatives across the site. /liliFoster a culture of operational discipline, problem‑solving, and continuous improvement. /li /ulpb8. Interface with Headquarters /b /pulliEnsure alignment of site operations with corporate strategy, policies, and governance frameworks. /liliProvide structured and accurate reporting on operational, financial, workforce, and investment performance. /liliActively contribute to cross‑functional and transversal corporate projects. /li /ulpbKey Competencies /b /pulliStrong and credible leadership in complex, fast‑paced, labour‑intensive operational environments. /liliAbility to combine bsense of urgency /b with bstrategic thinking /b and structured execution. /liliEnd‑to‑end operational mindset combined with solid financial and investment acumen. /liliDecisive, resilient, and accountable decision‑maker, comfortable with ambiguity and pressure. /liliProven change leadership and transformation capability. /liliExcellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills. /liliStrong ethical compass, integrity, and role‑model behavior. /li /ulpbRequirements /b /pulliUniversity degree (bEngineering, Economics, or equivalent – preferred /b). /lilib5–8 years of experience /b in Senior Site, Plant, or Operations Management role, with full responsibility for operational performance and team leadership. /liliExperience in blarge‑scale, industrial or food production environments /b is highly desirable. /liliStrong exposure to regulated, safety‑critical, and time‑sensitive operations. /liliFluency in English. /li /ulpbPlace of work: /b bRome (Italy). /b /ppbCompensation: /bThe position will be offered with an bexecutive‑level employment contract /b, with a competitive bannual gross salary /b in the range of b€100,000–€110,000 /b, plus a b20% performance‑based bonus /b and bcompany car /b. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr