Operations Manager Europe

About the job

The Operations Manager Europe is responsible for Fagron's operational activities in Europe to achieve the highest operational efficiency and productivity standards. Your primary location will be Rotterdam, but you will be traveling across Europe to our conditioning sites in The Netherlands, Greece, Czech Republic and Poland. With our growth, our focus and the collaboration between our European locations we are looking for someone who can make us more efficient and organized. You will report to the Chief Executive Officer.

As Operations Manager, you ensure that the internal supply chain of our organization runs like a well-oiled machine so that the internal customers are helped in a timely and satisfied manner. You ensure good cooperation between the various sites and departments by continuously developing and optimizing processes, productivity and our human capital.

You strive for a high-quality standard by complying with the chain oriented KPIs. Your analytical skills, process-based insight, financial knowledge and helicopter view ensure that our employees can work successfully with enthusiasm on achieving results.

• Direct, coordinate and develop all operational aspects in the group
• Oversee daily operations of the production sites for conditioning of pharmaceutical raw materials in Europe (NL, CZ, HE, PL)
• Manage the global supply chain
• Collaborate with the Leadership Team in developing and implementing strategic initiatives
• Oversee, monitor and evaluate the operation's performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics
• Design and implement business strategies, plans and procedures
• Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth
• Direct the preparation of operating budgets and analyze and approve operational investments that best meet the organization's business needs
• Establish policies that promote company culture and vision
• Lead, evaluate and develop a team of senior managers and professionals with operational responsibilities
• Ensure that the organization achieves its business objectives and complies with all relevant regulations and laws

The other responsibilities in the role are:

• Drive operational efficiency and improvement
• Set out new processes and improve existing processes in line with quality and safety requirements
• Making and following up on work budget and planning
• Drive operational KPI’s (product availability, site downtime, …)
• Look at savings and set out projects/initiatives to achieve them
• Support local sites with operational questions and share best practices
• Maintain proactive communication and positive relations with all stakeholders