Operations Manager - Telecommunications - Stamford

Develop and implement strategies for purchasing, sourcing, and manufacturing that align with our vision of enhancing operational efficiency while minimizing costs. Lead and cultivate a high-performing team, while fostering an innovative and collaborative culture.

Client Details

The Organization is one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world. They supply users in the Military-Aerospace markets with a wide variety of high reliability, high performance connectors and cable assemblies.

Our Client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to manage day-to-day operations of their site in Stamford, CT. Background in production planning and purchasing is highly preferred to help streamline on-time-delivery to customers and reduce inventory on site.

Description

• Develop and implement strategies for purchasing, sourcing, and manufacturing that align with our vision of enhancing operational efficiency while minimizing costs.
• Lead and cultivate a high-performing team, while fostering an innovative and collaborative culture.
• Expand current inventory management system.
• Ensure the establishment of world-class manufacturing capabilities, focusing on delivering superior quality and production outcomes.
• Collaborate with global teams and suppliers to optimize the supply chain, ensuring cultural competence and strategic alignment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and innovative solutions to optimize processes using lean methodologies.
• Strategically support new product developments, ensuring alignment to customer requirements and timely, cost-effective market launches.
• Commit to sustainability practices and foster a culture of social responsibility throughout operations.
• Travel domestically and internationally to strengthen relationships and support global coordination.
• Other duties as assigned.

Profile

• At least 8 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the military and aerospace industry
• At least 5 years of experience managing and supervising diverse staff
• Experience with outsourcing or offshoring of manufacturing operations
• Ability to travel internationally
• Ability to understand commercial, quality and technical requirements
• Understanding of Quality Systems and Standards (ISO:9000 and/or AS9100)
• Excellent organizational and oral communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office suite - strong Excel skills (pivot tables, graphs, charts)
• Knowledge of various ERP systems and their functionalities
• Fluent in English, Spanish a plus

Job Offer

• Salary: $100,000 - $130,000
• Clear growth trajectory
• Competitive base salary
• Bonus Incentive (Individual performance + company performance)
• Hands-on Position

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