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Houston, TX 77041

Posted: 09/12/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Function: Operations Manager, Supply Chain/Operations Job Number: 24509 Pay: $92,000-$132,000 Remote / Hybrid Jobs: Hybrid

Job Description

A global manufacturing company is seeking an Operations Development Manager to drive operational excellence across its global manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with exceptional collaboration and influence skills. Working collaboratively, the new leader will contribute to operational efficiency by identifying and executing process improvements while ensuring alignment with the company’s overarching goals.

Salary + Additional Benefits:

$92,000-$132,000 + 15% STI bonus potential
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401K - company match

Location: Houston, TX
Type of Position: Direct Hire

Responsibilities:

Strategic Operational Leadership: Develop and implement a global operational strategy focused on enhancing efficiency, driving innovation, and improving productivity across multiple manufacturing sites.
Influence & Collaboration: Partner with and influence regional P&L and cost center owners to align their operations with corporate objectives, ensuring successful execution of strategic initiatives.
Complex Project Management: Lead and manage high-impact, cross-functional projects to improve operational processes, drive standardization, and optimize workflows across global teams.
Cross-functional Leadership: Collaborate with engineering, R&D, production, and other departments to create a unified approach to operations development and continuous improvement.
Operational Performance Optimization: Implement continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall production output.
Small Team Leadership: Lead a small, dedicated team responsible for driving global operational strategies, while also leveraging the capabilities of regional teams through influence and collaboration.
Travel: 20% travel required.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field required. MBA preferred
Experience: 10+ years of experience in operational leadership, with significant experience in managing complex, global projects in the manufacturing industry
Project Management: Proven expertise in managing strategic, cross-functional projects in large, complex organizations, ensuring timely and successful execution
Process Improvement: Deep knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies to drive operational efficiency and innovation
Technological Proficiency: Experience with ERP systems, data analytics tools (e.g. PowerBI, Python) and project management software
Strong ability to manage and influence without direct authority
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across regions
Expertise in leading operational improvement initiatives in global, multi-site environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on strategic planning and execution

Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.

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Meet Your Recruiter

Saxon Huckell
Associate Search Director - Murray Technical

Specializing in matching talent with exciting opportunities in Engineering, Technical Sales, Manufacturing, Operations, Project Management Supply Chain, and IT.