Provide strategic and operational leadership for manufacturing activities across sites in the UK (existing) and Poland (new launch in 2025)
Plan, organize and direct operations to meet company quality, production, and cost targets
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
Increase production, assets capacity, and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining company quality standards using LEAN tools and continuous improvement
Identify and deliver cost savings opportunities supported by robust business plans and gaining stakeholder support
Requirements
Oversee the end-to-end European supply chain function, including local procurement, logistics, and inventory management
Develop and execute supply chain strategies to optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance
Build robust supplier relationships and manage risk effectively
Work in partnership with our global supply chain team and leverage their capabilities whilst ensuring Europe Supply Chain remains resilient, autonomous and agile
Strategic Leadership:
Provide mutli-year strategic direction for the Europe Ops function and continuously evolve how the local Ops and Supply Chain functions support the wider Company strategy
Collaborate closely with head office teams to align operational goals with broader business strategies
Analyze and interpret operational data to inform decision-making and drive long-term performance
Identify opportunities for growth and innovation in manufacturing and supply chain processes
Team Development:
Lead, mentor, and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of safety, collaboration and accountability in line with Ruggable’s core values
Ensure effective communication and coordination between site-level teams and head office functions
Promote professional growth and succession planning within the operations team
What You’ll Need to Have:
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