PLANT MANAGER

Short Description

For one of our trusted international partners, we are currently seeking an experienced professional for the position of:PLANT MANAGERPurpose of the Role:• The Plant Manager will be responsible for leading all departments within the production site in Bulgaria, driving operational excellence, and ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic objectives. • This position plays a key role in transforming plant operations through modern manufacturing practices, lean methodologies, and effective leadership - ensuring efficiency, structure, and sustainable growth.

Description

• Oversee all plant operations, ensuring production efficiency, quality standards, and delivery performance. • Lead cross-functional teams across production, logistics, quality, purchasing, engineering, and maintenance. • Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives. • Drive performance optimization and monitor key operational KPIs. • Develop and execute workforce and capacity planning strategies aligned with business goals. • Build and lead a high-performing plant management team. • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence. • Drive change initiatives and ensure effective communication across all organizational levels. • Lead with a hands-on, pragmatic, and results-driven leadership style. • Oversee plant budgets, cost control, and investment planning. • Ensure accurate and transparent financial and performance reporting. • Manage customer projects, audits, and certifications (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001). • Act as a key contact point for international customers and suppliers, ensuring smooth communication and partnership.

Requirements

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field. • 5+ years of proven leadership experience in a comparable role within metal processing (cutting, bending, grinding, welding), ideally in the automotive industry. • Strong expertise in Lean Management, Continuous Improvement, and operational transformation. • Solid understanding of budgeting, investment planning, and performance management. • Experience working with international OEM customers and managing complex projects. • Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 standards. • Fluent in Bulgarian and English (both written and spoken). • Entrepreneurial, forward-thinking mindset combined with strong ethics and integrity. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and inspire teams. • Demonstrated ability to lead change and structure growth in dynamic industrial environments.

Offer

• A long-term career opportunity within a well-established international organization. • The chance to lead and shape the future of a major production site in Bulgaria. • A strategic leadership role with direct impact on people, processes, and performance. • Competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional development in a global business environment. If you are a results-oriented leader ready to take on a transformational challenge — we’d be delighted to meet you. Please send your CV in English to explore this exciting opportunity.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Confidentiality is guaranteed.Manpower Bulgaria, License № 2033 / 20.04.2016