Voltaira: Enabling Creative Mobility Solutions for a Connected World!
At Voltaira, we are dedicated to developing best-in-class sensor, connectivity, and electrification solutions for the mobility of the future. Recognized for our commitment to quality and German engineering excellence, the Voltaira brand is trusted worldwide.
As an all-in-one mobility business partner of major Tier 1 automotive suppliers and OEMs, we pride ourselves on accelerating responsible mobility, electrifying the change, and upholding the highest ethical standards.
With a team of 8,000 highly qualified employees located in 13 countries across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and North Africa, our diverse backgrounds and perspectives are our strength, driving our innovation and success. Our inclusive culture fosters creativity and collaboration, making Voltaira a place where everyone can thrive.
Join us and be part of a team that values diversity, embraces sustainability, and is committed to shaping the future of mobility.
We are looking for
Plant Manager / Managing Director Automotive (m/f/d) for our location in Nicaragua
at our location in Nicaragua (Managua)
Your tasks:
As part of our expansion, we are looking for an experienced Plant Manager / Managing Director to set up and manage a new plant in Managua, Nicaragua.
- Development and management of the plant: Responsibility for the complete development of a new production plant for the manufacture of cable and sensor systems for the automotive industry in Managua.
- Strategic orientation: Development and implementation of the corporate strategy at local level, taking into account global and regional objectives.
- Production management: Ensuring an efficient and high-quality production process using lean manufacturing, Industry 4.0 and state-of-the-art technologies.
- Team building and management: Recruiting, training and managing a qualified team characterized by motivation and technical expertise.
- Quality and process optimization: Implementation and continuous improvement of quality management systems (TQM) to achieve the highest standards and exceptional customer satisfaction.
- Budget and cost management: Preparation and monitoring of the annual budget, with a focus on cost control and maximizing efficiency.
- Customer and supplier relationships: Building and maintaining strong partnerships with customers, suppliers and local authorities to ensure long-term business success.
- ESG compliance and sustainability: Implementing measures to comply with ESG guidelines and reduce carbon footprint.
This role offers you the opportunity to significantly contribute to the future of a leading company in the automotive industry.
Your profile:
- Successfully completed studies in engineering, business administration or a comparable qualification
- More than 10 years of experience in managing a factory in the automotive sector with more than 500 employees
- Experience in setting up a production plant in the automotive sector from scratch is a big advantage
- Strong knowledge in the areas of production management, lean manufacturing and quality management
- Ideally knowledge of Nicaraguan labor, foreign trade, tax and occupational health and safety law
- Experience in dealing with international customers and suppliers as well as in negotiating with authorities and decision-makers
- High degree of initiative, hands-on mentality and strong problem-solving skills
- Business fluent in English and Spanish
- Willingness to work in Nicaragua on a long-term basis and work closely with regional and global management
Our offer:
- Attractive salary package incl. high fixed component and bonus opportunity
- Company car
- Individual promotion
- Globally operating group of companies
- Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
- Independent and autonomous work
- Local Benefits
Are you interested?
We are looking forward to receive your application. If you have any questions in the meantime do not hesitate to contact us. Please apply online in English and use our web portal at voltaira.recruitee.com.
Voltaira group
Contact person: Matthias Esser
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