Industrial Strategy Director

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Full time
Location: Cwmbran
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Job offered by: Zenoot Ltd
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About Our Client Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England. Job Description •

Strategic Development: Develop and refine the company’s industrial strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives. Identify opportunities for growth, diversification, and innovation within the industrial strategy. •

Market Analysis: Conduct comprehensive analysis of market trends, industry disruptions, and competitive landscapes to inform strategic decisions. Identify emerging technologies and processes that can enhance operational efficiency and product offerings. •

Innovation Leadership: Champion innovation initiatives, including the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies, automation, and Industry 4.0 principles. Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to integrate new technologies into production processes. •

Operational Excellence: Work closely with operations and supply chain teams to optimise manufacturing processes, improve productivity, and reduce costs. Ensure that industrial activities meet quality, safety, and environmental standards. •

Sustainability Initiatives: Lead efforts to integrate sustainable practices into the company’s industrial operations. Develop strategies to reduce the environmental impact of production processes and promote the use of sustainable materials and energy sources. •

Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, suppliers and regulatory bodies, to ensure alignment and support for the industrial strategy. Communicate strategic initiatives and progress to internal and external audiences. •

Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of industrial strategists, analysts, and project managers. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. •

Budget Management: Oversee the budget for industrial strategy initiatives, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget. Prioritise investments in line with strategic goals. •

In Production Programs: Lead a team of industrial experts to oversee new product introduction, serial production and aftermarket production through the voice of the customer. The Successful Applicant Job Knowledge/Experience:

Medium term planning at a business level Strategic Industrial management Compliance to interested parties Finance literacy Industry 4.0 Competitive advantage Management of SLT’S Minimum of 10 years of experience in industrial strategy, operations management, or a related field Proven track record of developing and implementing successful industrial strategies in a manufacturing or industrial setting Deep understanding of industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging technologies Leadership Experience

Strategic leadership Change management High performance teams Culture of continuous improvement Culture of empowerment Working within an Executive team at BU level Training and Qualifications

Industrial engineering ILM Level 5 diploma or equivalent Risk management Competencies, Behaviours and Skills

At all times promoting, coaching and building upon the required standards Ability to empower a team towards a common goal Ability to communicate, build a vision and form part of a cross functional team Bringing modern means of innovation for both our processes and people Developing connections, relationships and networks at both a business unit and group level What’s on Offer

4 x life assurance 25 days holiday + bank holiday Competitive salary Fully supported personal development Employee discount schemes On site parking Generous pension scheme

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