Production Operations Manager

Job title: Production Operations Manager

Location: Kyiv

Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Operations Manager (f/x/m) to join and lead our Ukraine supply chain and operations organization whilst working cross functionally with our commercial team to grow our business in the country. This position reports to the Sr. Director Supply Chain, located in Switzerland, and acts as managing director for our local entity. 

In this role, you will lead our manufacturing site, drive process improvements, and define strategies and plans which are consistent with delivering high quality products, cost efficiencies and a safe and engaging working environment for our teams, in adherence with our company values and commitment to a more sustainable world.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the responsible site-manager, including the responsibility for legal & environmental affairs
• Develop comprehensive plans and strategies aligned with organizational goals and market demands
• Provide effective leadership to manufacturing and supply chain teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and corporate standards
• Monitor, report and take action on Key Performance Indicators and deliver continuous Delivered Profit improvement through cost savings and systems optimization.
• Deliver customer service levels that meet external, internal, and export requirements, ensuring customer satisfaction and optimum quality
• Coordinate the Plant's budget, manufacturing capital management and capacity planning process.
• Develop and maintain efficient relationship with local authorities and decision-making organizations in order to identify all possible threats and opportunities affecting the operations and safeguard SC Johnson long term interests locally

Experience you will bring:

• Degree in engineering/industrial or chemistry background
• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in a matrix FMCG organization is desired
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Strong business acumen, also outside manufacturing and operations
• Fluent English (speaking and writing)

Behaviours you will need:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with success in influencing and engaging others
• Ability to navigate a matrix organization and collaborate with regional teams
• Ability to build and retain relationships at all levels and across all departments
• Good balance between strategic thinking and hands-on pragmatic approach to solve problems and create opportunities

What’s in it for you?

We offer an excellent opportunity for career development and progression, a highly collaborative work environment and an autonomous and flexible working culture where you will be able to add value and be recognized and rewarded.

ABOUT US

SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.

You need to be eligible to work in the country of application.

Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member.

Come join us and make an impact through iconic global brands.

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Inclusion & Diversity 

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.  

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.