Operations Manager Automation

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This position reports to:

Local Division Manager

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We are looking for a new colleague to join our Automation division as an Operation Manager. Our division has branches in Brno (Škrobárenská), Prague, Ostrava, and Most. Do you enjoy leading teams working on international projects? Are you familiar with the field of electrical engineering? If so, we might have the perfect job opportunity for you! Will you join us?

 

Key responsibilities for this position include:

•              Full responsibility for daily operations, ensuring customer expectations are exceeded through lean and flawless operational management (covering customer relations, costs, and cash flow) across the extended value chain, while achieving the lowest possible total costs.

•              Responsibility for the operational aspects of the local Automation division, encompassing the full scope of operations—including project management and control, project engineering, production, maintenance, procurement, quality, continuous improvement, logistics, and planning/fulfillment (or specific components thereof).

 

Additionally:

Operational Management and Strategy

•              Comprehensive management of the local Automation division’s daily operations across the entire value chain (from planning, engineering, and production to dispatch and service).

•              Implementation of lean management principles and continuous process optimization, aimed at reducing total costs and increasing customer satisfaction. Financial Performance and Achievement of Objectives

•              Responsibility for meeting key operational and financial indicators: EBIT, cash flow, and productivity.

•              Ensuring the timely and error-free delivery of projects, products, and services.

Supply Chain and Cross-functional Collaboration

•              Implementation of ABB’s operational strategies in the areas of procurement, logistics, and project management.

•              Close collaboration with the sales team to assess customer requirements, identify operational risks, and develop suitable technical and operational solutions.

Quality, Safety, and Integrity

•              Implementation and development of an integrated quality management system (QA/QC).

•              Strict adherence to ABB’s internal standards and policies regarding Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and ethical conduct.

 

What we expect from the candidate:

•              University degree and at least 5 years of professional experience, or a secondary school education and at least... 10 years of experience in a technical field

•              Proven experience in leading teams within a project-based business environment

•              Proficiency in English (written and spoken, minimum B2 level) – English will be used on a daily basis

•              Category B driver’s license

•              Ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team

•              Ability to analyze data, evaluate results, and prepare reports

•              Experience with budget management, performance management, and capacity planning

•              Strategic and analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to make independent decisions

•              Flexibility regarding time and location; willingness to travel (frequent short-term business trips)

 

What we offer:

• Company car (available for private use)

• Long-term full-time employment with a very attractive compensation package

• Annual financial bonus

• Flexible working hours (core hours: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM)

• 25 days of vacation

• Annual salary review

• Option to work from home (Home Office)

• Laptop and mobile phone

• Financial allowance for working from home

• MultiSport card

• Professional development opportunities (external courses and conferences)

• Language courses (group, individual, or online)

• Meal allowance (financial contribution added directly to your salary)

• Pension insurance contribution (an additional 2–3% of your monthly salary)

• Opportunities for further career growth within our branches in the Czech Republic and globally

• Option to purchase company shares

• Professional "counseling" (relationships, etc.) (work, legal, finance, etc.)

• Additional days off for emergencies

• A flexible "cafeteria" benefits system (covering sports, health, culture, and leisure)

• Company events (Christmas party, team-building activities, etc.)

• Up to 5 SIM cards with benefits for family and friends

• Discounts from our partners (dining, car purchases, train travel, vacation packages, etc.)

 

We value people from diverse backgrounds—perhaps your story fits right in. Apply today, or visit www.abb.com to learn more about us and discover the impact our solutions have around the world.

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