Operations Manager

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Operations / Plant Manager who has successfully managed greenfield manufacturing projects within the last three years.

This role requires a hands-on leader capable of setting up the factory from the ground up, coordinating with local authorities, finalizing the facility, and eventually leading full-scale operations.

Responsibilities Project Setup & Facility Development

• Work with local authorities to evaluate and secure suitable factory options (land lease for construction, ready-built factory for rent, or purchase).
• Lead negotiations and ensure compliance with local legal, regulatory, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and government bodies during factory establishment.
• Coordinate with the production team to transfer layouts, workflows, and technical know-how.

Manufacturing Operations

• Oversee installation, commissioning, and maintenance of machinery and production lines.
• Establish production processes, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols.
• Ensure quality assurance systems are aligned with company standards.
• Develop and implement cost-efficient production and supply chain strategies.

Leadership & Team Development

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing local operations team.
• Drive a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Liaise with the headquarters to align strategic goals and performance metrics.

Growth & Expansion

• Monitor market demand, capacity utilization, and identify opportunities for future expansion.
• Ensure sustainable operations, balancing cost, productivity, and quality.
• Drive operational excellence to support sales growth in the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of proven experience in warehouse and logistics management, preferably in the manufacturing or building materials industry.
• Strong background in managing multi-warehouse operations.
• Hands-on experience with ERP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, transportation, and supply chain best practices.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage.