What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Operations position at Videndum plc?
The Director of Operations provides strategic leadership and oversight of all operational functions, including Machining, Assembly, Quality, and Supply Chain. This role is responsible for defining and executing operational strategy to support company growth, scalability, and profitability while ensuring alignment with customer requirements for quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.
This position serves as a key member of the leadership team, driving cross-functional alignment, long-term planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Director of Operations owns the development and execution of the end-to-end supply chain strategy and plays a critical role in shaping business objectives, operational excellence, and organizational performance.
Required Skills & Competencies
This position serves as a key member of the leadership team, driving cross-functional alignment, long-term planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Director of Operations owns the development and execution of the end-to-end supply chain strategy and plays a critical role in shaping business objectives, operational excellence, and organizational performance.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Deep expertise in manufacturing operations, supply chain strategy, and end-to-end operational management.
- Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans with measurable business impact.
- Strong financial acumen, including cost management, budgeting, and capital planning.
- Extensive experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or operational excellence frameworks.
- Demonstrated success leading large, cross-functional, and multi-level teams.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Syteline) and advanced planning tools.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
- High degree of accountability, ownership, and results orientation.
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field required.
- MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Minimum of 12–15 years of similar experience in manufacturing operations or supply chain leadership roles.
- At least 8–10 years of progressive leadership experience at senior or director-level responsibilities.
- Experience in electronic manufacturing or related industry strongly preferred.