ONBOARDING YOU TO THE COMPANY
At Nexans our global vision is to electrify the future. At Distribution & Usages buisness group this means providing reliable cabling systems and smart energy solutions, including power accessories, to make buildings and power networks more efficient, more people oriented and more sustainable.
Nexans recognizes the differences that make each employee valuable and unique. Diversity is key to performance and to our global ambition to lead the world in the energy transition towards a sustainable planet. This we know from experience. All differences are appreciated and respected at Nexans. As a result, you will be an active part of a multinational organization where we cultivate the culture of sharing your unique point of view. This is why we encourage diversity in our recruitment - Bring yours to Nexans, it is welcome!
WELCOMING YOU TO THE TEAM
Join our dynamic team in Central & Eastern Europe Operations as the Operations Director for PCABU Accessories activity. Our team plays a pivotal role in ensuring the success of Nexans, a global leader in cable and connectivity solutions. We are responsible for managing industrial sites in Germany and the Czech Republic, working collaboratively with various stakeholders, including plant managers, supply chain, product development, and corporate functions. This position has become available as we aim to strengthen our leadership team and drive operational excellence across our cluster.
GETTING A FLYING START
In the role of Operations Director, you will have a significant impact on our business by overseeing the operations of our industrial sites in Hof, Cheb, and Kynsperk. You will be responsible for optimizing safety, environmental compliance, industrial performance, financial performance, and customer satisfaction. Your role will involve setting and achieving plant objectives, managing budgets, and leading industrial projects. By promoting a culture of cooperation and embodying Nexans' values, you will drive transformation and cultural change to maximize success for the CEE Cluster, BU, and the Group.
HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT
As the Operations Director, you will:
- Implement strong safety measures to protect employees and subcontractors
- Drive industrial performance improvements, including quality, equipment maintenance, and cost management
- Ensure customer satisfaction through on-time deliveries and effective communication
- Lead the development of people and operational performance
- Foster a culture of cooperation, accountability, and Nexans values
YOUR STARTING POINTS WHEN YOU JOIN
To excel in this role, you should possess:
- General education with 4 to 5 years at the university level
- At least 2 years of experience as a plant manager
- Proven project and change management skills, with a track record of transforming cultures and engaging teams
- Strong leadership abilities, including the ability to mobilize, connect, and engage teams
- Wide exposure to different technologies and engineering fields, including metallurgy, cable manufacturing, automotive, and logistics
- Practical experience in industrial excellence and a structured approach to problem-solving
- Fluency in both English (written and spoken) and the local language for effective communication
OUR GROWTH CULTURE
Among our employees we share the same values- we are pioneers of the energy transition, dedicated to deliver to the highest standards of performance, united to achieve our ambitious goal.
At the individual level our growth culture is built on trust and collaboration. We wish to welcome you as a valuable member of our team. To enable impact we believe in autonomy at the local level at the same time as we encourage knowledge sharing within our global engineering competence.
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