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Vice-President, Operations Jobs in Markham, Ontario at Giesecke+Devrient
Title: Vice-President, Operations
Company: Giesecke+Devrient
Location: Markham, Ontario
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Job SummaryThe Vice President (VP), Operations has overall leadership responsibility for plant Operations including Cardbody Production, Chip Milling & Embedding, Service Bureau (Personalization and Fulfillment), Scheduling, Engineering and Maintenance. They will drive continuous operational improvements while implementing new hardware and software solutions to elevate the Operations to best in class status in the industry. They will represent G+D Canada in all operational matters and be a key contributor to the Regional and Global Operational activities. The mandate of the Vice President Operations is to provide strong local leadership and oversight, enhance product and service offerings and significantly improve overall operational effectiveness.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead, direct and develop all Supply Chain activities across multiple business lines in a 24/7 operational environment compromised of a Production Team of over 375 personnel (full-time and agency).
Responsible for the strategic operational positioning and readiness for the local delivery of card manufacturing and personalization technologies with a focus and commitment to the achievement of key performance and profitability targets. Activities include S&OP, Operational budget preparation, capacity planning and Industry 4.0 development opportunities relating to the Production processes.
Strong focus on the development and implementation of continuous productivity improvements. Activities include building on existing KPI’s with an emphasis on Lean manufacturing techniques including 5S, value stream mapping, Kaizan, Six Sigma, etc.
Guide the development and implementation of Operational policies and procedures consistent with those of the G+D Group and applicable governing authorities with an emphasis on being fully adaptable and flexible with the nuances and demand of the market. Activities include the ongoing analysis and preparation of operational requirements and business recommendations including business case preparation.
Review, interpret and take decisive action on financial and operational information; coordinate and develop periodic operational analysis with a keen focus on improving accountability and efficiency. Contribute operational data to the preparation of profit and loss reports for General and Corporate Management.
Represent the company and interact with customers for all Operational related issues; participate in the preparation of tender responses and contract reviews.
Effectively integrate the local Supply Chain into the G+D matrix organization involving both Regional Operations(ROPS) and various GDM Global functions. Activities include operational representation for all local requirements/market demands.
Qualifications, Experience And Educational Requirements
Qualifications:
A results oriented individual with comprehensive and diverse leadership experience in all aspects of Supply Chain Management in a multinational manufacturing environment supporting multiple business lines.
Proven track record of managing internal customer relationships in an matrix organization comprised of strong business leaders. An emphasis on collaboration and organizational awareness to ensure quick and decisive decision makin…
