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Job Title:

Operations Director

Reporting To:

Entity GM - Japan

Work Schedule:

Hybrid – Hiratsuka, JP

Main responsibilities: (List 5 - 8 major accountabilities below)

This is a senior management role to supervise the so called Order to Revenue operational processes, covering supply chain management, production, assembly & test, inspection, production planning and production engineering etc. 

Fundamental objective of the position is to achieve dramatic operational efficiency improvement across the whole operational processes.

The key roles and responsibilities of this position will include:
•    Strategic Planning: Develop and implement operations strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
•    Process Improvement: Streamline operations and business processes to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality dramatically.
•    Team Leadership: Manage and lead operations teams, including hiring, training, performance evaluation, and fostering a positive work environment in accordance with Moog philosophy.
•    Budget Management: Oversee budgets, monitor capital expenditure & expenses, and ensure cost-effective operations.
•    Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all operations comply with relevant laws, regulations, standards and company policies; manage risks associated with operational activities.
•    Resource Allocation: Optimize the use of resources, including personnel, space, equipment, and technology. 
•    Adoption of modern technologies: Lead paradigm shift to upscale way of work thoroughly by adopting the modern/latest technologies in the operations space, such as AI.
•    Monitoring: Establish performance metrics (KPIs), analyze operational data, and prepare reports to inform decision-making.

•    Vendor and Stakeholder Relations: Manage relationships with suppliers, partners, and other stakeholders to support operations.
•    Problem-Solving: Identify operational issues and develop effective solutions to address them.
•    Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with other departments such as finance, marketing, and sales to ensure cohesive business operations.
•    Contribution to entity business operations & management: as a Japan executive team member, this position is expected to demonstrate dedicated contribution to support the entity management overall.

Qualifications:

Education/degree:
•    Bachelor degree or above in the engineering field. MBA as a strong addition.

Work Experiences
•    Management/senior leader role in the operations field for minimum 10 years or equivalent is a must.
•    Managing quantitative and qualitative objectives and proven track records of achieving such objectives.
•    Working in a multi-cultural environment, or working outside Japan is a preferred addition.
•    Professional experience in the heavy industry/automotive industry is a strong addition but not mandatory.

Skill set, behavior and competencies.
A candidate individual needs a combination of technical skills, behavioral traits, and core competencies. 
Here's a detailed overview:
Skills:
•    Leadership & Team Management: Ability to lead diverse teams, delegate tasks, and motivate employees.
•    Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
•    Problem-Solving: Analytical skills to identify problems quickly and devise effective solutions.
•    Change Management: Ability to guide organizations through change and transformation initiatives.
•    Operational Expertise: Deep understanding of operations management, process optimization, supply chain management, logistics, and quality control.
•    Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term operational strategies aligned with business goals.
•    Financial Acumen: Proficiency in budgeting, cost management, and financial analysis relevant to operations.
•    Technology Proficiency: Knowledge of relevant operational technologies, data analytics, automation, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
•    Project Management: Skills in planning, executing, and managing complex projects efficiently.
•    Risk Management: Identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure smooth operations.
Behavior /Competencies:
•    Results-Oriented: Focused on achieving measurable outcomes and driving continuous improvement.
•    Resilience: Capability to handle pressure, setbacks, and uncertainty gracefully.
•    Integrity: Strong ethical standards and commitment to transparency.
•    Adaptability: Open to new ideas and flexible in responding to changing circumstances.
•    Accountability: Takes responsibility for decisions and operational performance.
•    Collaborative Mindset: Works well with cross-functional teams and values diverse perspectives.
•    Customer-Focused: Prioritizes customer satisfaction and operational excellence to meet or exceed expectations.
•    Decisiveness: Makes timely decisions based on data and insights while balancing risks.
•    Leadership Competence: Inspiring and guiding teams, fostering a culture of high performance and engagement.
•    Operational Excellence: Mastery in streamlining processes for efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
•    Innovation: Encouraging creative approaches to improve operations and solve problems.
•    Strategic Planning: Aligning operational plans with organizational objectives and market conditions.
•    Stakeholder Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external partners.
•    Emotional Intelligence: Understanding and managing one’s own emotions and those of others to lead effectively.

Location:    Hiratsuka, Japan
Language Skills:    Japanese (Business level), English reading/writing (Business level)
Travel Requirements:    Possible travels to domestic clients and vendors, and other Moog sites
Future Opportunities:    Regional leader role in Operations field outside Japan, Entity GM candidate