Senior Director, Operations Execution

Who are we? At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected.
Job Description Who are we? At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected.
We are currently seeking a Senior Director, Operations Execution to join our dynamic team in Italy, Slovakia or Ireland
The Senior Director, Operations Execution is a critical leadership role reporting directly to the VP Operations EMEA. This individual will be responsible for the day-to-day operational execution across 10 manufacturing facilities in the EMEA region, ensuring consistent delivery of safety, quality, service, and productivity targets. The role is instrumental in driving operational maturity from current state to world-class performance while supporting a major revenue growth trajectory over the next three years.
What kind of work will you be doing? Daily Operations & Execution Own the daily operational rhythm and cadence across all 10 factories, ensuring production schedules are met with high reliability
Drive accountability for key operational metrics: OTD -R, OTD - P, DIO, inventory accuracy, VCM (productivity), and hourly rates as well Quality FPY and Safety SAIR
Establish and maintain standardized daily/weekly/monthly management operating systems (MOS) across all sites
Serve as the primary escalation point for operational disruptions and lead rapid resolution
Safety & Compliance Champion a zero-harm safety culture; drive continuous improvement in SAIR and LTI metrics
Ensure all sites maintain compliance with local regulations and company standards
Operational Excellence & Maturity Lead the transformation of plant operations from current maturity levels to world-class standards
Deploy lean manufacturing principles, standard work, and best practice sharing across the network
Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to drive digitization and automation initiatives on the factory floor
Establish and track plant maturity scorecards with clear progression milestones
Growth Enablement Collaborate with Supply Chain and Planning to scale capacity, workforce, and processes in line with demand
Support CapEx planning and execution for capacity expansion projects
Talent & Organization Development Build a high-performing operations leadership team across all sites
Drive hiring plans to fill critical roles and build bench strength
Coach and develop Plant Managers to operate with increasing autonomy and accountability
Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and operational discipline
Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with Quality, Supply Chain, HR, and Engineering functions to ensure aligned execution
Provide operational input into S&OP processes and strategic planning cycles
What will make you successful?

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field; MBA preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing/operations, with at least 5 years in a multi-site leadership role
Proven track record of managing large-scale manufacturing operations (ideally 5+ plants)
Deep expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence frameworks
Experience scaling operations through significant growth phases
Strong financial acumen including P&L management, CapEx evaluation (NPV/IRR), and productivity improvement
Demonstrated ability to build and develop high-performing teams
Fluency in English; additional European languages a strong plus
Preferred Experience in a high-growth, scaling environment
Familiarity with manufacturing digitization, Industry 4.0, and automation technologies
Experience operating across multiple European countries and cultures
Track record of transforming operations from low maturity to best-in-class
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Customer Focus
Operational Excellence
High-Performance Culture
Innovation
Financial Strength
OUR BEHAVIORS Own It
Act With Urgency
Foster a Customer-First Mindset
Think Big and Execute
Lead by Example
Drive Cont