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Operations Director

On-site in Ejido (El)·Full-time·Added 2 months ago (last checked 12 Oct)

Agency
Randstad España

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Ejido (El)
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

-Experience leading teams and managing operations or plants, preferably within the agri-food sector or demanding industrial environments.

-Higher education in Engineering (Industrial or Agricultural), Business Administration (ADE), or similar. Postgraduate training in management or leadership is valued.

-Strong analytical skills, leadership qualities, high strategic business vision, and excellent communication and influencing skills.

-Residence: Preferably in Almería or with ties to the area.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

-Competitive conditions: Very attractive compensation package, depending on the profile. Competitive fixed salary, complemented by a variable component tied to results.

-Stability and project: Permanent contract in a leading, solvent group with a future-oriented vision.

  • Opportunity for growth within the company with a clear future career path within the group.

- Good working environment.

The role

Are you looking for a leadership project with real growth potential and a team where your decisions make a difference?

From Randstad Professional, we are looking for a professional with character, leadership skills, and strategic vision to join a group in Almería.

If you are defined by rigor, the ability to structure and lead teams with determination, and you are looking for a project where you not only take on operational control but also have a clear and real path for long-term growth, this opportunity is for you.

What you'll do

Reporting directly to the General Management, you will be the maximum person responsible for the operational value chain.

Your main challenges will be:

-Leadership: Define, implement, and coordinate the global operational strategy aligned with the company's business objectives and profitability. Guide teams with close leadership, fostering discipline, responsibility, and daily commitment.

-People management and development: Direct, motivate, and empower area managers (plant, warehouse, purchasing, quality, H&S), fostering a collaborative work culture.

-Analyze and implement continuous improvements in production and logistics processes to maximize productivity, reduce waste, and optimize operational costs (KPIs). Identify areas for improvement, reduce errors, and optimize resources.

-Quality and compliance assurance: Ensure strict compliance with international quality standards, food safety, and environmental sustainability.

-Budget management: Control the CAPEX/OPEX of the operations area, ensuring maximum efficiency in resource allocation.

Hiring process

2 steps1 interview
  1. Apply to the job

  2. Under review · With a Randstad consultant

  3. Shortlisted

  4. Consultant contact

    With a Randstad consultant

    One of our consultants will review your application and contact you about the next steps.

  5. Company decision

    With a client company

    Randstad acts as an intermediary connecting candidates with companies; in some cases final handling of profiles and the decision on whom to contact rest solely with the company.

  • The final stages are set by the client company: final handling of profiles and the decision on whom to contact rest solely with the company.
  • Randstad does not publish timescales; your application status may not change because of the high volume of applications or because the company manages its own timings.
  • The published statuses only go as far as shortlisting: Randstad does not detail later interviews or assessments.

About Randstad España

Randstad España is the Spanish branch of Randstad N.V., a global leader in human resources and staffing solutions. The company provides a wide range of workforce solutions, including temporary and permanent placement, recruitment process outsourcing, and HR consulting. With a strong presence in Spain, Randstad España connects thousands of professionals with job opportunities across various sectors, including industrial, technical, and customer service roles.

For international professionals, Randstad España offers a gateway to the Spanish job market, with numerous openings in technical maintenance, customer service, and administrative roles. The company values diversity and inclusion, and its extensive network of offices across Spain ensures support for candidates seeking employment in different regions. Randstad's global reach and local expertise make it a reliable partner for those looking to relocate and work in Spain.

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