Job Description<\/p>\n
What do we want to know about you?<\/p>\n
Education:\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tBachelor\u2019s Degree (Mechanical\/Electrical\/Industrial), and\/or Engineering
\n\tDegree\/Diploma\/Certificate in Project Management<\/p>\n
Experience:<\/p>\n
\t10+ years of proven experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 8 years Operations Management Experience.
\n\tExperience managing a P&L, responsible for Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sourcing, Engineering and Supply Chain functions.
\n\tProven experience in mature Operations Management leading cross functional teams to achieve and deliver of set targets<\/p>\n
Scope and responsibilities:<\/p>\n
\tDevelop and implement effective business strategies and programs to deliver on site operating plans and financial performance: Project execution, Sales, Profitability\/EBIT, Cashflow
\n\tDirect the planning, scheduling and overall project execution of multiple manufacturing\/product lines and assembly activities to ensure on time delivery and quality to customers
\n\tDrive localization of manufacturing methods (inhouse & at 3rd parties) and components for key projects, including repairs and overhauls
\n\tGuide the hiring and training of staff; monitor and motivate the team to build a high performance organization and increase staff productivity, as well as ensuring robust site compliance practices and safety.
\n\tLeading engagements with internal (Product lines, BU headquarters, Global functions) and external (customers, partners, suppliers) to communicate project progress milestones, unlock business opportunities, resolve problems areas and disputes<\/p>\n
Responsibilities will involve but not limited to:<\/p>\n
\tLead the site management team in developing the annual operating and financial budget, and ensure full alignment with respective Wabtec global product lines and functions
\n\tLead the site management team in developing strategies and actions to deliver on the operating plan and drive the day-to-day cross functional execution across Commercial, Engineering, Sourcing, Supply chain, Operations and Support functions to deliver on the set performance targets
\n\tGuide the business on key strategic decisions including Product lines or Projects viability in the market, go to market strategies, Make or Buy, ToP\/ToT, Localization requirements and optimization to ensure appropriate return on investment
\n\tReview and manage site monthly\/quarterly\/annual performance across all key KPI\u2019s including Production metrics, Sales, Profitability\/EBIT, Cashflow; customer metrics such as OTD and Quality; and compliance\/safety.
\n\tEnsure site compliance and certifications in line with Wabtec Company standards, statutory regulations, and all relevant industry standards certifications (Quality, EHS, Cybersecurity, RGPD, IRIS)
\n\tUnderstand and apply local statutory compliance requirements and guidelines including BBBEE compliance, Localization and Local Content regulations, NIPP regulations to ensure Wabtec\u2019s credibility and reputation are maintained with all stakeholders.
\n\tEnsure robust project management of the long term PRASA brake system contract by building strong relations with the customer(s), global suppliers\/partners, Wabtec product lines and global functions, and the regional Wabtec leadership team to effectively manage all project related matters and commercial negotiations, ensuring acceptable project profitability
\n\tDevelop and implement commercial and operational strategies to manage through the prevailing global supply chain constraints and hyperinflation cycles
\n\tDrive site culture transformation to build a high-performance organization, attracting-developing-retaining-promoting a highly motivated workforce and talent, including strong management and alignment with Union(s) to ensure business sustainability and profitability.
\n\tSet the vision, empower, support, and motivate the site leadership team around full ownership and accountability for their areas\/functions, deliverables, decision making, and management\/development of their teams.
\n\tDevelop a strong performance management system for the site leadership team and broader staff to ensure regular progress reviews, feedback\/coaching, corrective development actions, and support mechanisms.
\n\tIn cooperation with the regional leadership, drive One Wabtec strategy in the region<\/p>\n
Person Specification<\/p>\n
\tStrategic mindset to set the business vision\/direction and innovate
\n\tCritical thinking and problem-solving abilities
\n\tExcellent communication skills (internal & external)
\n\tDeep knowledge of business functions & cross functional inter dependencies
\n\tExceptional analytical skills & financial acumen to develop & manage budgets, performance, productivity.
\n\tStrong leadership qualities including people development, influencing, and drive accountability
\n\tRelationship building & stakeholder management (interpersonal skills)<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n
careers.wabtec.com<\/p>\n
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