Hybrid Senior Manager – Plant Operations

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About the role

  • Senior Manager Plant Operations overseeing manufacturing at TD Williamson's Nivelles site in Belgium. Driving operational excellence and cross-functional alignment in a global matrix organization.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the full scope of plant operations: production, supply chain, maintenance, and logistics
  • Ensure delivery of products on time, at cost, and at the highest quality standards
  • Build and sustain a strong safety-first culture
  • Ensure compliance with QHSE standards and local regulations
  • Define and implement operational strategies aligned with global objectives
  • Own and manage the site budget and investment plans
  • Monitor performance and drive data-driven decision-making
  • Lead Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Promote a strong Gemba mindset (hands-on, field-oriented leadership)
  • Identify and implement sustainable process improvements
  • Act as a unifying site leader, beyond functional silos
  • Foster collaboration, engagement, and a shared vision across teams
  • Maintain strong and constructive social relations (unions, works council)
  • Operate in a highly international environment, interacting regularly with global stakeholders
  • Communicate effectively across cultures and functions

Requirements

  • Degree in Engineering or Business Administration
  • Minimum 7–10 years of experience, including senior leadership roles in manufacturing / plant operations / supply chain
  • Proven experience in Lean / continuous improvement (Six Sigma is a plus)
  • Strong experience in matrix environments with cross-functional influence
  • Demonstrated ability to lead through influence and align stakeholders internationally
  • Experience with industrial relations (unions, works councils)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Hands-on, pragmatic, and results-oriented leadership style
  • Fluent in French and English (mandatory)
  • Ability to travel occasionally (<10%)

Benefits

  • A company committed to safety, innovation, and operational excellence

Job title

Senior Manager – Plant Operations

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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