Operations Manager is urgently required for a well-known multinational IT company. Cairo-based I-M is looking for an experienced Director of Operations to join the executive team, taking charge of the Operations organization including the departments of Technology & Product R&D, Key account and delivery management, Supply chain management and IT.
Job Requirements:
--pluse years of experience in IT industry in a managerial position
Excellent English and German language skills (Professional fluency)
A good knowledge of Project and Services Delivery Management
An effective and progressive leader with experience of directing and developing multi-disciplined teams
An experienced leader of change with the ability to lead and direct others towards acceptance of new business ideas, methods and working practices.
A clear understanding of transformational leadership and an ability to change organizations, culture and behaviors
A driver of people and projects with a very strong commercial awareness and a track record of achievement on complex and demanding contracts and accounts
Ability and experience in developing strong relationships with strategic partners and key customers to support account development and long-term sustainable and profitable tenure
A proven track record of setting up and managing supply chain partners, multiple suppliers and sub-contractors
Educated to degree level and a member of a relevant professional institute
Job Description:
Develop strong relationships with strategic partners and clients staff and their representatives applying Key Account Management principles in order to foster sustainable long-term relationships at every level and optimise the market position of I-M
Prepare with the different stakeholders an annual business plan and budget for the portfolio
Carry out regular monthly Project reviews; including progress of projects; quality; HW&SW; Equipment & Supplies; Relationships & Key accounts; and the I-M InnoSub
Manage suppliers and sub-contractors effectively both financially and commercially. Ensure all I-M supply chain and procurement processes and procedures are followed
Develop and maintain relationships with all the clients departments including those of the operational teams (project management, product development, system engineering, service desk, IT, )
Ensure the maintenance of accurate administration files
Ensure management and close supervision of assigned staff, off-site I-M staff when visiting partners, clients, sub-contractors and suppliers
Provide leadership and direction to assigned staff and developing skills matrix and development plans applying strategic HR management principles
Take ownership of projects/accounts and provide support as and when required
Ensure correct skill & competence levels of Cairo-based team to meet the activity system scope
Strategic planning of resources with HR to ensure readiness for future expansion
Preparation of the monthly report, listing all relevant activities that occurred during the month including projects, incidents, achievements, proposals and tenders completed
Be conversant with all statutory compliance processes and procedures
Ensure that all I-M guidelines, policies, procedures and standards are in place, communicated, understood and adhered too
Ensure the departments/projects have suitable, qualified and experienced teams in place with an appropriate reporting structure, by deploying appropriate HR strategies to recruit, develop, motivate and retain the required capabilities in collaboration with HR and the department leadership
Ensure that all operational activities are conducted in accordance with standard I-M policies and procedures; in particular:
-. Health, Safety, Quality and the Environment
-. Financial Reporting
-. Commercial and regulatory
-. HR and Employee Welfare
-. I-M Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics
Develop and promote an organisational culture, which reflects the I-M Brand and core values of the business, such that a positive employee relations climate and working environment of continuous improvement is created
To actively and positively promote the image of I-M at all times and to maintain good working relationships with partners, clients, suppliers and other external parties
Work Conditions:
- working days per week (Friday/Saturday off)
- working Hours excluding -- min break (-:-- to --:--)
Work location in Egypt: New Cairo, -th Settlement
If youre interested to apply and your profile matches all the requirements above, kindly send us your C.V