Operations Development Product Group manager (All gender)

Every day we get opportunities to make a positive impact on our colleagues partners customers and society. Together were pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas including energy food water and shipping.

As we push forward the innovative open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So as we shape a more resourceful less wasteful world we build our careers too.

We are looking for a high-impact transformational leader to take on the role of Operations Development Product Group Manager.

This is a strategic leadership position where you will:

• Shape the future of our industrial footprint

• Drive complex transformation programs across multiple geographies

• Influence decisions at senior leadership level

• Directly impact performance competitiveness and customer value

You will be at the intersection of strategy operations technology and people.

About the job:

You will lead the design and execution of key strategic initiatives impacting:

• Manufacturing footprint & investments

• Automation & industrial innovation

• Digital transformation (ERP MES WMS RPA)

• Organizational and operational excellence

Your goal:
- Maximize performance across safety quality delivery and cost
- Elevate the value we deliver to our customers globally

Your Key Responsibilities:

Lead & Inspire

• Build lead and develop a high-performing Operations Development team

• Foster a culture of accountability innovation and continuous improvement

• Act as a coach and mentor accelerating team capability and growth

Shape Strategy & Translate into Action

• Partner with Product Group leadership to define strategic priorities

• Translate strategy into actionable roadmaps with measurable impact

• Ensure alignment across regions functions and stakeholders

Drive Complex Transformation

• Lead large-scale cross-functional and international programs

• Manage high-complexity projects (technical organizational cultural)

• Deliver tangible measurable improvements across operations

Influence Across the Organization

• Engage with stakeholders from shopfloor to executive level

• Collaborate across R&D Sales Supply Chain and Operations

• Play an active role in the Product Group Management Team

What you know:

Experience & Expertise

You already have a strong foundation in industrial environments and transformation:

• Proven experience managing complex international projects/programs

• Exposure to:

  • Manufacturing transformation

  • CAPEX / footprint / relocation projects

  • Digitalization (ERP MES WMS RPA)

  • Lean Six Sigma methodologies

Your Leadership DNA

Beyond experience what truly sets you apart is how you lead:

• Authentic & impactful you lead with credibility and clarity

• Strategic & structured you bring vision and execute with discipline

• Action-oriented you make things happen in complex environments

• Influential communicator you engage at all levels from operators to executives

• Agile & resilient you thrive in uncertainty and adapt quickly

• Collaborative by nature you build strong trust-based relationships globally

• Curious & business-driven you understand the broader business beyond operations

Location & Mobility:

• Flexible location across Europe (Fontanil Nevers Chalon sur Saône Suisio)

• International travel: 2550%

Why Alfa Laval

Joining Alfa Laval means stepping into a role where:

Your impact is visible and meaningful
You work on high-stakes global transformation programs
You grow in a dynamic international and innovation-driven environment
You are empowered to challenge shape and lead change
You build a career in a company committed to sustainability and progress

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