What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Manufacturing and Fulfillment position at MOO?
We are in search of a dynamic Director of Manufacturing and Fulfillment who will be instrumental in shaping the future of MOO and the performance of our manufacturing facilities in the US and UK. Our vertically integrated business model is a proud source of competitive advantage and a key differentiator in our space. The ideal candidate will not only excel at driving operational excellence but will also possess the foresight and strategic mindset necessary to help evolve MOO’s footprint into the future amidst a changing market landscape. If you are an operations leader with a passion for both people and strategy, we invite you to join us in this exciting journey of growth and innovation!
\n- Foster a culture of operational excellence to drive increased customer satisfaction, empowered employees, and ongoing improvement of existing processes
- Conduct comprehensive analysis of current processes and resources within Operations.
- Identify areas for improvement and develop plans based on findings to streamline processes, optimize resource utilization, and enhance the customer experience.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the team, encouraging innovation and learning opportunities to enhance overall performance as measured by order to delivery speed, reliability and cost
- Reimagine our manufacturing footprint
- Assess current and forecast production needs in paper, customization, and pick and pack categories to identify potential layout and equipment evolution
- Align processes with lean and/or other best manufacturing & fulfillment practices to drive performance
- Beyond the existing plants, propose how best to serve our customers across the US and the EU with new plant locations and structures
- Bring our teams along on the journey
- Advocate for the needs and vision of Manufacturing cross functionally to ensure robust collaboration and support across the business
- Productively challenge floor leadership to effectively manage their teams to deliver our BAU goals while also driving key strategic initiatives and outcomes
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to align teams around a vision while guiding and motivating them towards operational excellence and initiating continuous improvement efforts.
- Employee Development: Fostering a culture of growth by developing strong, effective leaders who inspire and empower their teams. Spearhead leadership development in a way that enhances strategic thinking, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Proven delivery: track record of executing on ambitious targets and change projects that align with organizational objectives, ensuring adaptability to market dynamics and sustainable growth.
- Problem-solving and Decision-making: Advanced proficiency in analyzing complex issues, utilizing data-driven insights to make informed decisions, and implementing effective solutions to overcome operational challenges and enhance performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Financial Management: Strong skills in financial analysis, budgeting, and cost control to optimize resource allocation, maximize profitability, and achieve financial targets while ensuring operational efficiency.
- Scaling Businesses: Demonstrated success and expertise in supporting growth businesses, correctly scaling operations to match present and future needs
