Senior Operations Manager

ABOUT US

PHINIA: Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow.

PHINIA is an independent, market-leading, premium solutions and components provider with over 100 years of manufacturing expertise and industry relationships, with a strong brand portfolio that includes DELPHI®, DELCO REMY® and HARTRIDGE™. With over 12,500 employees across 43 locations in 20 countries, PHINIA is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA.

At PHINIA, we Provide fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket products and solutions of the highest quality — developed and manufactured responsibly — that are designed to enhance efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of vehicles, industrial machinery, and other applications. In doing so, we contribute to a cleaner tomorrow, treat our people and surrounding communities with respect, and hold ourselves accountable to robust ethical standards.

Our Culture

PHINIA promotes and cultivates an inclusive culture and diverse perspectives, strives to maintain its reputation for excellence, thrives on the power of collaboration, and fosters the development of our talented employees. We believe in making a positive impact through our business and actions, and we take our collective responsibility seriously.

Career Opportunities

We believe in building a brighter tomorrow for our employees as well as our customers and encourage you to learn about our long history, strong culture, new technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Join us on this shared journey toward a brighter tomorrow.

JOB PURPOSE

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive operational strategies aligned with business objectives, driving organization-wide performance improvements

• Lead, mentor, and develop multiple operations teams, ensuring high performance, professional growth, and succession planning

• Design and implement large-scale process improvements, leveraging advanced methodologies like Lean Six Sigma, Agile, and digital transformation

• Partner with C-suite executives, department heads, and external stakeholders to align operational initiatives with strategic business goals

• Establish comprehensive performance measurement systems, analyze complex operational data, and drive data-driven decision making

• Oversee operational budgets, optimize resource allocation, and ensure cost-effective delivery of operational objectives

• Identify operational risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies

• Lead technology implementations, system optimizations, and digital transformation initiatives to enhance operational capabilities

• Champion organizational change initiatives, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure smooth transitions during operational transformations

Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field

• 8+ years of progressive operations management experience with team leadership responsibilities

• Proven track record of leading large-scale operational transformations and strategic initiatives

• Advanced knowledge of process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Agile) with certification preferred

• Strong analytical skills with experience in advanced data analysis and business intelligence tools

• Demonstrated success in managing complex budgets and resource allocation across multiple departments

• Excellent leadership and team development skills with experience managing managers and cross-functional teams

• Experience with ERP systems, project management tools, and business process automation platforms

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree in Business, Operations, or related field

• Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, or other relevant professional certifications

• Experience with digital transformation initiatives and emerging technologies

• Background in change management and organizational development

• Industry-specific operational expertise in manufacturing, technology, healthcare, or financial services

WHAT WE OFFER

• We provide compensation and benefits programs intended to attract, motivate, reward, and retain an incredibly talented, globally diverse workforce at all levels within our organization.
• Our compensation programs are informed by market data and business needs, and we are committed to providing equitable and competitive compensation.
• We are committed to providing our team with quality and competitive benefit programs, including health and well-being resources, family-centric policies, and an agile workplace program, where not precluded by collective bargaining agreements or national statutory plans.
• Plans are benchmarked for competitiveness and value.
• We provide formal development opportunities at all levels and stages of employee careers.
• These opportunities are delivered in a variety of formats to make our portfolio of solutions agile, sustainable, and scalable to support our employees in developing the skills needed to succeed.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

• Product Leadership - Innovation that brings value to our customers
• Humility - Seeking out diverse perspectives and working collaboratively
• Inclusivity - Recognizing our differences makes us stronger; we are bold and intentional
• Net-Zero - Committed to energy efficiency, waste reduction and beneficial reuse
• Integrity - Taking responsibility for our decisions and doing what is right
• Accountability - Taking ownership of our actions and driving results

SAFETY

You will consistently hear us say Safety First! We are committed to continually improving our strong safety performance supporting the health and wellness of our employees!

We also believe employee health and safety is everyone’s responsibility. We encourage safety learning and collaboration to help employees understand and follow applicable safety policies, standards, and procedures and identify opportunities to minimize or eliminate risk. Work is expected to be conducted in a manner that stresses the importance of preventing incidents and illnesses, including attending all required safety meetings and trainings. It is expected that all incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions are immediately reported to the direct manager, Human Resources, or Safety Representative.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

PHINIA does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis, in the country where the position is currently based.

NO UNAUTHORIZED REFERRALS FROM RECRUITERS & VENDORS

Please note that PHINIA does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to PHINIA will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.

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