Operations Director

Colombia Permanente Descripción de Vacante
The position of Operations Director will be responsible for establishing, scaling, and leading a greenfield manufacturing operation, overseeing business performance, operational execution, stakeholder management, and organizational development.This role is key to building a sustainable and profitable business, creating a high-performance culture, and positioning the operation for long-term growth and future transition objectives.

Fecha de publicación 02/07/2026

  • Lead the launch and scale-up of a pioneering manufacturing operation.
  • Drive a high-visibility project with international stakeholders.

Acerca de nuestro cliente

Our client is a leading industrial organization with international operations, recognized for developing long-term strategic initiatives in collaboration with public and private stakeholders. The company is currently driving a high-impact project focused on strengthening sustainable industrial capabilities in Colombia.

Descripción

  • Lead the establishment and scale-up of a new manufacturing operation from start-up through full production capacity.
  • Develop and execute the company's business strategy to achieve sustainable growth and financial performance.
  • Build, mentor, and develop a strong leadership team while fostering a high-performance organizational culture.
  • Manage operational performance, production targets, budgeting, forecasting, and profitability objectives.
  • Drive commercial initiatives to support business development, revenue generation, and market expansion.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with government entities, suppliers, strategic partners, and key stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, governance standards, and legal obligations as the company's legal representative.
  • Coordinate with international partners and technical suppliers to ensure successful implementation of manufacturing capabilities and operational excellence.

Perfil buscado (h/m)

The selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Management, Operations, Manufacturing, or related disciplines.
  • Proven experience in Plant Management, Operations Leadership, or similar executive-level positions.
  • Strong background in manufacturing environments such as electronics manufacturing, circuit assembly, power conversion technologies, semiconductors, glass, plastics, minerals, advanced manufacturing, or related industrial sectors.
  • Demonstrated success leading greenfield projects, plant start-ups, operational scale-ups, or business transformation initiatives.
  • Strong experience managing P&L, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business growth.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing operations, operational excellence, continuous improvement, quality systems, compliance, and industrial best practices.
  • Experience managing complex stakeholder environments, including government entities, international partners, suppliers, boards, and investors.
  • Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and people management capabilities.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in fast-paced and evolving environments.
  • Fluent Spanish and advanced English are required.
  • Experience working in multicultural and international environments is highly desirable.

Qué Ofrecemos

  • Competitive executive compensation package aligned with the strategic scope of the role.
  • Opportunity to lead the creation and growth of a unique greenfield manufacturing operation.
  • Significant exposure to international leadership teams and strategic stakeholders.
Contacto
Juan David Santamaria
Ingresar referencia para vacante
JN-072026-7052686

Resumen de empleo

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Ingeniería Eléctrica
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Ubicación
Colombia
Tipo de Trabajo
Permanente
Nombre del consultor
Juan David Santamaria
Job Reference
JN-072026-7052686

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