Director, operations – São Paulo/SP

SP | São Paulo
Efetivo (CLT)
Administrador
Economista
Engenheiro Agrícola
Engenheiro Agrônomo
Tecnólogo em Agroindústria
Tecnólogo em Agronegócio

Atividades

• Develop and implement growth and strategic plans for operational assets, along with associated goals and targets for the operations leadership team.
• Formulate and track KPI’s to evaluate efficiency and overall effectiveness of the operations platform to optimize profitability. Identifies and implements best practices.
• Responsible for the operational financial performance of the businesses, resource allocation, budgeting, capital planning and expenditures.
• Establish and implement short-term goals that are consistent with long-range plans for growth in operation, including facility, equipment and personnel.
• Responsible for professional development of employees and creating a talent pipeline and succession plan. Cultivates an environment of high engagement, transparency, and teamwork.
• Represent agribusiness through involvement and collaboration with CHS enterprise-wide initiatives. Build and maintain positive working relations with industry groups, key customers, and other CHS business units.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of operating facilities and industry best practices to strategically lead cross-functional teams to create a consistent operating approach across all operational and administrative facilities.
• Champion and promote a strong safety culture and follow all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations; identify and communicate workplace hazards; correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions in the workplace.
• Supervision of Critical Areas: Oversee the areas of EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety), Facility Services Management, Travel, and Fleet Administration and ensuring all operations comply with applicable standards and regulations.
• Asset Management: Manage and optimize all operational assets, including strong interaction with partner companies and joint ventures to ensure efficiency and resource maximization.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement and promote continuous improvement practices across all operations, utilizing methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Operations Integration: Collaborate with other company areas to ensure the integration and alignment of operations with the agribusiness supply chain.
• Project Management: Lead expansion and modernization projects of operational units, including budget, schedule, and resource management.
• Stakeholder Relationship Management: Maintain and develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, customers to ensure the continuity and success of operations.

Requisitos

• Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Agronomy, or related fields.
• Fluency in Portuguese, English and desired Spanish.
• Proven experience in leadership positions in multinational environments.
• Strong technical experience in the agribusiness sector, especially in silo and transshipment operations, including deep knowledge of technologies and operational processes.
• Strong orientation towards continuous improvement and team management.
• Strategic and business vision, with a focus on the agribusiness supply chain.
• In-depth knowledge of governance and compliance.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability for frequent travel, including remote places in Brazil.