PlantDirector

What do we want to know about you? Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial), and/or Engineering Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Project Management Experience: * 10+ years of proven experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 8 years Operations Management Experience. * Experience managing a P&L, responsible for Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sourcing, Engineering and Supply Chain functions. * Proven experience in mature Operations Management leading cross functional teams to achieve and deliver of set targets Scope and responsibilities: * Develop and implement effective business strategies and programs to deliver on site operating plans and financial performance: Project execution, Sales, Profitability/EBIT, Cashflow * Direct the planning, scheduling and overall project execution of multiple manufacturing/product lines and assembly activities to ensure on time delivery and quality to customers * Drive localization of manufacturing methods (inhouse & at 3rd parties) and components for key projects, including repairs and overhauls * Guide the hiring and training of staff; monitor and motivate the team to build a high performance organization and increase staff productivity, as well as ensuring robust site compliance practices and safety. * Leading engagements with internal (Product lines, BU headquarters, Global functions) and external (customers, partners, suppliers) to communicate project progress milestones, unlock business opportunities, resolve problems areas and disputes Responsibilities will involve but not limited to: * Lead the site management team in developing the annual operating and financial budget, and ensure full alignment with respective Wabtec global product lines and functions * Lead the site management team in developing strategies and actions to deliver on the operating plan and drive the day-to-day cross functional execution across Commercial, Engineering, Sourcing, Supply chain, Operations and Support functions to