Director, Operations

Legrand, North America • Anaheim, CA

461d • $200,000 - $250,000

About The Position

The Director of Operations at Legrand is responsible for the strategic planning and direction of manufacturing and supply-chain operations within the Data Center Power & Control Division. This role involves supporting a rapidly expanding business by ensuring that customer service and quality expectations are met while leading the development and implementation of operational strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field; MBA is strongly preferred.
• 10-15 years of demonstrated success in operations with increasing responsibility.
• Multi-site, global, and full supply chain leadership experience at a similar business.
• Ability to manage all aspects of operations, including engineering, logistics, and procurement.
• Experience working in a fast-paced organization with quick decision-making.
• Knowledge of operation strategy and industry products.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated team leadership.
• Strong management skills, timely decision-making abilities, and effective delegation skills.
• Exceptional business judgment, strategic planning, and analytic skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a strategic direction for manufacturing, including long-range plans and annual operational goals.
• Work with plant managers to develop and manage the annual operating plan/budget for manufacturing facilities.
• Ensure efficient operation of metal fabrication cells and understand process changes' impacts on manufacturing.
• Review operations reports and performance data to measure productivity and identify areas for improvement.
• Continuously improve operations, decrease production costs, and streamline work processes.
• Lead the deployment and optimization of Legrand's lean manufacturing system at applicable business sites.
• Oversee health and safety teams to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Develop and deploy optimal supply-chain strategies in conjunction with the Strategic Sourcing Organization.
• Lead cross-functional Sales and Operations meetings to address key operational issues.
• Provide leadership to advance manufacturing engineering, quality assurance, and plant management.
• Act as a liaison on operations requirements to centralized functions such as marketing, engineering, and logistics.
• Select, develop, and motivate staff to support product design and customer service functions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• High employer 401K match.
• Above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave.
• Paid time off to volunteer.
• Active/growing Employee Resource Group network.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees