The position
RMO recruits a Director of Operations (M/F) on behalf of one of its clients in the cosmetics sector.
A true pillar of the company’s strategy, the Director of Operations orchestrates and ins infuses a dynamic of excellence across the entire value chain, from production to distribution. By guaranteeing the optimization of industrial and logistics performance, this strategic position plays a decisive role in growth, profitability and compliance with the rigorous quality standards inherent to the cosmetics industry.
Main duties
Management of operational and industrial strategy
: Design, deploy and manage the operational roadmap in close collaboration with senior management. Define performance, productivity and cost reduction objectives while ensuring compliance with the most demanding deadlines and quality standards.
Supply Chain and Logistics Management
: Oversee all logistics flows, from the supply of raw materials and cosmetic packaging to the delivery of finished products. Optimize inventory management, streamline transport costs and ensure seamless distribution chain.
Supervision of production and quality
: Ensure that manufacturing processes comply with the regulatory, hygiene and safety standards in force in the cosmetics industry. Implement rigorous monitoring indicators (KPIs), manage continuous improvement processes and ensure optimal maintenance of industrial equipment.
Budget management and financial optimization
: Develop, manage and monitor the annual operational budget. Identify productivity fields, analyze performance gaps and propose corrective action plans to maximize the profitability of investments and control costs.
Management and development of teams
: Supervise, federate and increase the skills of operational teams (production, logistics, maintenance, quality). Set individual and collective goals, evaluate performance, foster a culture of operational excellence and ensure a constructive social climate.
Candidate profile
Education / Qualifications
: Holder of a Baccalaureate degree +5 (School of Engineering, University Master or equivalent) in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management or a related technical discipline.
Experience
: A significant experience of 8 to 10 years in a senior management or operations management position, ideally acquired within the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, agri-food or consumer goods industry (FMCG).
Technical skills
: Mastery of lean management techniques, continuous improvement (Six Sigma, 5S), production management and GMP regulations (Good Manufacturing Practices).
Personal qualities
: Demonstrated leadership, excellent strategic vision, organizational acumen, rigor, negotiation skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
Software / Tools
: Mastery of ERP (SAP, Sage or equivalent) and advanced performance management tools.
Languages
: Perfect command of French (written and oral); mastery of professional English is a major asset.
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