Head of Welded Products

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About the job:

Core member of BU Marine Solution management team providing global leadership for Welded Products by driving safety, compliance, quality, delivery, cost competitiveness, and overall business performance. Shape its future operating model by assessing capabilities, capacity, footprint, and ways of working worldwide. Global champion of continuous improvements driving excellence of operating systems, organizational structures, flexibility, scalability, competitiveness for long-term business performance and sustainability.

This role will report to Head of Operations & Supply Chain, BU Marine Solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead QHSE management, including maintaining certifications and leading QHSE activities.

• Safeguard Alfa Laval’s interests, values, Business Principles, reputation, and brand across all related activities.

• Support factory growth through coordinating with regional functions, effective government relations, and strong collaboration with Application Groups and Portfolio Units. Main production site is Qingdao with 1300 employees and a total of 55 000 sqm building area.

• Manage overall Welded Products operations to achieve business KPIs and implement central programs aligned with business objectives, mainly on Qingdao site.

• Translate customer and market requirements into appropriate operational priorities and capabilities.

• Lead master planning and coordinate real estate, facility, and internal service investments.

• Manage crisis response and ensure effective business continuity.

• Oversee common business activities and act as the primary contact for unions and employee representatives.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with local authorities while serving as Alfa Laval’s primary local representative.

• Promote sustainability and diversity and inclusion to create an attractive workplace and reduce operational risks.

• Collaborate with shared functions across the site, including HR, Finance, Indirect Purchasing and Real Estate.

• Ensure compliance with customs laws and regulations and perform the role of Trade Safety Manager according to AEO requirements.

• Manage admin and/or internal service team to support business needs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, MBA degree holder will be a plus.

• 10+ years of relevant experience in operations and supply chain management and solid expertise in operations management, including financial management, sourcing, and lean manufacturing, preferably in heavy or marine industry etc.

• Demonstrated mindsets and capability in continuous improvements, change management, and stakeholder influencing for operational advancement.

• Seasoned leadership skills and teams leading experiences, proven track records of people development and coaching to middle to senior manager level roles.

• Proven ability to build networks and navigate effectively in an international business environment.

• Strong business acumen, customer focus, strategic thinking, and decision-making.

• Professional fluency in English is MUST.

• International/domestic travel is required (<25%).