Director of Operations
Tong Miller & Associates, huntsville, al, United States
Our client, a Fortune 250 global industrial manufacturer, is looking for a Director of Operations to be responsible for leading all division operations to achieve strategic growth, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction. The company is well known for outstanding financial performance and a culture of employee engagement and continuous improvement.
Scope / Supervision & Interaction
This position oversees multiple facilities and teams to deliver results aligned with the company’s goals and long-term plans.
Provides leadership across all operational sites and coordinates cross-functional activities. Directly oversees plant management and manufacturing operations while engaging with customers, distributors, and internal teams at all levels.
Essential Functions
- Drive profitable growth and achieve operational and financial goals monthly, quarterly, and annually.
- Build and sustain a culture of premier customer service and continuous improvement.
- Lead operational strategy with a focus on Lean initiatives, efficiency, and asset management.
- Champion Lean principles across all facilities to optimize productivity and eliminate waste.
- Ensure effective production planning, inventory management, and logistics performance.
- Develop and manage annual budgets, maintaining performance within financial objectives.
- Monitor competitive trends and adjust operational strategies accordingly.
- Represent operations in cross-functional business reviews and strategy sessions.
- Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and development through strong leadership and performance management.
What we are seeking
- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.
- Minimum 7 years of operational leadership with full P&L responsibility (combination of both operations and commercial side of the busines).
- Proven track record of managing multi-site operations and achieving performance goals.
- Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with experience presenting to executive teams and customers.
- Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams and develop talent.