Sr Director Manufacturing

Are you an experienced manufacturing leader who combines strategic thinking with a strong operational mindset? Do you enjoy leading people, driving continuous improvement and delivering sustainable business results? As Sr. Director Manufacturing be responsible for the overall performance and strategic direction of the manufacturing organisation. You will oversee the full operational chain, from potato sourcing and raw material optimisation through production, supply chain, engineering, quality and technical services. Job Responsibilities: Embeds a culture of employee safety throughout the organization and drives safety performance across all manufacturing and sourcing operations. Drives food safety and quality culture throughout the organization and partners with Corporate FSQ to ensure compliance with all company, customer and regulatory requirements. Fosters a “Speak Up” culture rooted in Lamb Weston values. Leads Plant Managers to ensure EMEA manufacturing strategies align with Lamb Weston’s overall business strategies and are effectively deployed and executed across the region. Instills a zero-loss manufacturing culture focused on continuous improvement, operational excellence and delivering world-class sustainable performance. Assesses, identifies and develops talent to ensure future leaders are prepared for expanded leadership responsibilities. Builds organizational capability throughout the region. Sets, measures and improves regional operational Key Performance Indicators and coaches plant leadership teams to consistently deliver results related to safety, quality, service, cost and productivity. Leads manufacturing transformation initiatives, process optimization efforts, technology implementation and innovation programs that improve operational and financial performance. Drives asset utilization, maintenance excellence, capital investment planning and capacity optimization strategies to ensure reliable and efficient operations. Serves as a key decision maker in the allocation of regional manufacturing resources, including labor, capital investments, capacity and raw material utilization. Accountable for the operational and financial performance of the EMEA manufacturing business unit, including achievement of operating plans, productivity targets and profitability objectives. Builds strong partnerships across Lamb Weston’s global matrix organization and collaborates effectively with regional and corporate stakeholders to achieve enterprise goals. Represents Lamb Weston with external industry groups, government agencies, customers, suppliers and business partners when appropriate. Implements programs that drive sustainable and environmentally responsible manufacturing practices across the region. Skills and Experience Experience in large manufacturing operations department management – preferably food processing/manufacturing  Demonstrated success leading complex, multi-site manufacturing organizations across…