Temporary Restructuring and Operations Director

About Our Client

Industrial manufacturing group with international operations and a multi-site production footprint across Italy and abroad, currently undergoing a significant industrial restructuring and operational repositioning.

Job Description

The role will personally lead the operational and industrial turnaround, acting across production structure, supply chain, organisation and commercial coordination. This position requires a strong hands‑on approach, fast decision‑making and on‑the‑ground presence. The assignment is initially temporary, with a potential transition into a permanent role upon completion of the plan.

Operations & Industrial Restructuring

• Analyse and redesign the production footprint (Italy / abroad)
• Optimise industrial processes and supply chain
• Realign fixed cost base to current volumes
• Define and implement operational KPIs and control systems
• Lead organisational restructuring and workforce reductions
• Drive strategic evaluations on industrial footprint

Organisation & Governance

• Review and strengthen the organisational structure
• Introduce managerial models into less structured environments
• Define accountability, delegation levels and decision‑making processes

Commercial Operational Oversight

• Coordinate and refocus the sales organisation
• Set priorities across markets, customers and channels
• Integrate wholesale, retail and e‑commerce models
• Ensure alignment with product and merchandising functions

Stakeholder Management

• Act as primary interface with ownership and advisor
• Operate effectively in high‑pressure, time‑constrained environments
• Provide structured reporting on turnaround progress

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience in industrial turnarounds and restructuring
• Background in roles such as:
  • Operations Director
  • Plant Director
  • Restructuring / Turnaround Manager
• Experience in complex, multi‑site manufacturing environments
• Strong track record in:
  • deep organisational restructuring
  • cost reduction and workforce optimisation
  • industrial footprint redesign
• Pragmatic, execution‑driven leadership style
• Ability to operate in unstructured and complex environments
• Technical background preferred

What's on Offer

• Contract: Temporary Manager (fixed‑term executive or freelance)
• Compensation: approx. €200K
• Potential transition into a long‑term leadership role