As the largest fragrance only fragrance house in the world, we take pride in proactively shaping the future of the fragrance industry. We focus all our creativity, innovation, and energy into making fragrances and nothing else. CPL Aromas is home to some of the world’s leading perfumers, and we’re trusted by top brands to translate their creative vision into beautiful scents. We provide career and development opportunities for talented individuals across a range of disciplines – from all support functions to customer facing roles. A job at CPL Aromas promises a unique career path for anyone with a passion for the world of fragrance. With operations all over the world, we celebrate a diverse range of cultures at CPL Aromas and, we offer equal opportunities and flexibilities.Reports to:CEOJob PurposeThe position will have responsibility for developing and implementing global operations strategy. This role will manage and guide the local Operations Managers to implement operational strategic initiatives and projects, process and efficiency improvements and to ensure all sites to meet CPL global manufacturing standards and operate in a safe environment.Develop, implement, and monitor day-to-day operational systems and processes that provide visibility into goals, progress, and obstacles for our strategic initiativesBuild and maintain relationships with all department heads, external partners, and vendors to make decisions regarding operational activity and strategic goalsPlan, monitor, and analyze key metrics for the day-to-day performance of the operations to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasksDevise strategies to ensure growth of process automation across divisions by identifying and implementing process improvements and automation that will maximize output and minimize costsUphold organization policies and standards, ensuring local legal regulations are followedWork closely with human resources to lead team with integrity and establish and maintain a trusting, inclusive,



and productive environmentTasks and ResponsibilitiesGlobal Operations StrategyResponsible for developing and implementing global operations strategyAccountable for evaluating and implementing good operational practiceDrive global operational standardisation and optimisationExplore and prepare Industry 4.0 strategies and focus on digitization, customer demand and customer connectivityDevelop and deploy manufacturing standards to drive our factories to best in class performance across key metrics and dimensions of safety, quality, reliability, service, productivity, lead times and overall competitivenessGlobal ProductionResponsible for developing and implementing global production strategyDrive rapid and consistent production process improvements to ensure that we deliver on time in full, to quality standards, to the customers’ expectations, and with the most effective use of our resources.Implement manufacturing best practice and deliver significant manufacturing margin, health and safety, and housekeeping improvementCreate an environment in the factories that motivates employees ensuring that they are fully aware of what is expected of them, and recognizes their successDrive global production standardization and optimisationProject ManagementResponsible for initiating and managing global production projectsFocus on robust process, continuous improvement and cost efficiencyMonitor and optimise productivityResponsible for global manufacturing site selection and evaluationGlobal Operations ManagementOversee day to day operations across CPL Manufacturing DivisionsReview, evaluate and standardize shipping service agreementsBuild the Logistics function capability strategically across the globe,



utilizing systems and processDrive efficiency and productivity to ensure excellence in delivery and meeting customers’ expectationsResponsible for support contract management with Fricke, ADS, rfsmart and improve service levelsDesign and implement supply chain metrics and dashboardHealth, Safety, Quality, Environment and ComplianceEnsure all sites are educated and trained to follow all HSQE requirementsComply with all relevant legislations and building regulations / permit to ensure appropriate working conditions for all sitesMonitoring all incidents, investigate and implement necessary corrective actionsOversees Quality Assurance, Environmental & Safety management systemsActively engaged and involved in General Corporate Responsibility Audit teamLeadership and Team ManagementProvide guidance to local GMs on sites, equipment, buildings and permitsWork with global purchasing and local GMs to maintain appropriate stocks level and its utilization at global levelManaging global recharging policy and gain agreement with local GMsEnsure company policies are enforced consistentlyLead and instill a culture of continuous improvement and maximizing efficiencies while not compromising on quality across the manufacturing divisionsDevelop Supply Chain people capabilities via professional education & development, mentoringSkills and Attributes RequiredExperience of managing a fast paced manufacturing environment, either Food/Chemical or Fragrance industryUnderstand the big picture and deliver the results through a dynamic teamStrong leadership and excellent interpersonal skillsStrong written and oral communication skillsExcellent problem solving and decision making skillsExperience using a modern ERP system, with experience in MS Dynamics 365 highly favorableAbility to prove success in effectively managing a successful and productive facilityPotential for some travel to other divisionsAll qualified applicants will be considered for employment irrespective of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity or disability status. The salary package offer will only be discussed with the final candidate, based on the individual’s relevant experience and skills.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Global Operations Director (Madrid)
🏢 CPL Aromas
📍 Madrid