Global Director of Manufacturing
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- # Global Director of Manufacturing**Novi,MI**Posted: 09/15/2026Employment Type:Full-timeIndustry: ManufacturingJob Number: 7189Pay Rate: 190000## Job Description**We strive to be Your Future, Your Solution to accelerate your career! Contact Nick Polutnik at View email address on click.appcast.io, you can also schedule an appointment at to learn more about this opportunity!**# Global Manufacturing Operations Director## About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced **Global Manufacturing Operations Director** to lead manufacturing and operations across multiple regions. This person will be responsible for improving efficiency, quality, processes, and overall business performance.The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can work across different functions and countries, build effective teams, solve complex operational challenges, and turn business strategies into results.## What You’ll Do* Develop and implement global operations strategies that support business growth and company goals.* Oversee daily operations across multiple regions and ensure consistent performance.* Improve processes and efficiency using Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methods.* Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure results and identify areas for improvement.* Work closely with Sales, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, and other teams to support business initiatives.* Lead supply chain and logistics strategies to improve cost, service, and delivery performance.* Make sure operations meet applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.* Lead, develop, and mentor a global operations team.* Identify operational risks and develop plans to maintain business continuity.* Manage operating budgets, forecasts, and cost-control efforts.* Identify and implement technology and digital solutions that improve operations and decision-making.* Build strong working relationships with employees, business partners, suppliers, and customers.## What We’re Looking ForYou are a collaborative and experienced leader who knows how to build strong teams and get results. You communicate clearly, listen to different perspectives, and are comfortable making decisions in a fast-moving global environment.You should be able to:* Lead teams across different locations and functions.* Develop people and create opportunities for professional growth.* Use data and business information to make sound decisions.* Solve problems and identify practical ways to improve operations.* Build strong relationships with leaders, employees, customers, and external partners.* Set clear goals and motivate teams to achieve them.## Required Qualifications* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.* 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience.* At least 5 years of experience leading global or multi-regional operations.* Strong background in manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics.* Experience leading cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.* Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.* Experience managing budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships.* Willingness to travel domestically and internationally approximately 25–40% of the time.* Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.## Preferred Qualifications* Advanced degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.* Experience leading large global or matrixed organizations.* Experience improving costs, processes, and operational performance.* Strong strategic planning and decision-making skills.* Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.* Experience working in a fast-paced and changing business environment.## Why This Role?This is an opportunity to lead global manufacturing operations and make a direct impact on business performance. You’ll have the opportunity to improve processes, develop teams, introduce new technologies, and help shape the future of global operations.
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