Director of Operations
About the role
Director of Operations Leamington, Ontario (On-Site)
An innovative and rapidly growing agricultural technology company is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Operations to lead all Canadian operations. This is an opportunity to join a global organization dedicated to advancing sustainable agriculture through cutting-edge biological solutions that help growers increase productivity while reducing reliance on traditional chemical pesticides
Reporting to the General Manager, North America, you will oversee end-to-end operations across supply chain, production, warehousing, logistics, customer service, purchasing, and inventory management. This is a highly visible leadership role with full operational accountability and the opportunity to build scalable systems that support continued growth across Canada
What You'll
Lead all Canadian operations, including supply chain, production, warehousing, logistics, purchasing, inventory, and customer service. Develop and execute operational strategies that improve efficiency, scalability, quality, and profitabil ity.Own the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to align demand forecasting, production, inventory, and capacity plannng. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while implementing KPIs to measure operational performance.Manage the operations budget and P&L, identifying opportunities for cost savings and operational excellence. Oversee supplier relationships, procurement strategies, and cross-border logistics. Ensure compliance with all applicable Canadian regulatory requirements and quality standards. Build, mentor, and develop high-performing cross-functional teams while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Partner closely with executive leadership to support strategic growth initiatives and future operational expansion.
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Business, Agriculture, Life Sciences, or a related field (MBA preferred). 8+ years of progressive operations leadership experience, including leadership of multiple functional areas. Proven experience managing supply chain, manufacturing or production, logistics, warehousing, and customer operations. Strong financial acumen with experience owning operational budgets and P&L responsibilities. Experience implementing process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies. Strong ERP/WMS experience and advanced analytical skills. Experience within agriculture, horticulture, food production, biologics, life sciences, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries is highly preferred. Demonstrated ability to lead organizational growth while remaining engaged in day-to-day operations.
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Director of Operations
About the role
Director of Operations Leamington, Ontario (On-Site)
An innovative and rapidly growing agricultural technology company is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Operations to lead all Canadian operations. This is an opportunity to join a global organization dedicated to advancing sustainable agriculture through cutting-edge biological solutions that help growers increase productivity while reducing reliance on traditional chemical pesticides
Reporting to the General Manager, North America, you will oversee end-to-end operations across supply chain, production, warehousing, logistics, customer service, purchasing, and inventory management. This is a highly visible leadership role with full operational accountability and the opportunity to build scalable systems that support continued growth across Canada
What You'll
Lead all Canadian operations, including supply chain, production, warehousing, logistics, purchasing, inventory, and customer service. Develop and execute operational strategies that improve efficiency, scalability, quality, and profitabil ity.Own the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to align demand forecasting, production, inventory, and capacity plannng. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while implementing KPIs to measure operational performance.Manage the operations budget and P&L, identifying opportunities for cost savings and operational excellence. Oversee supplier relationships, procurement strategies, and cross-border logistics. Ensure compliance with all applicable Canadian regulatory requirements and quality standards. Build, mentor, and develop high-performing cross-functional teams while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Partner closely with executive leadership to support strategic growth initiatives and future operational expansion.
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Business, Agriculture, Life Sciences, or a related field (MBA preferred). 8+ years of progressive operations leadership experience, including leadership of multiple functional areas. Proven experience managing supply chain, manufacturing or production, logistics, warehousing, and customer operations. Strong financial acumen with experience owning operational budgets and P&L responsibilities. Experience implementing process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies. Strong ERP/WMS experience and advanced analytical skills. Experience within agriculture, horticulture, food production, biologics, life sciences, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries is highly preferred. Demonstrated ability to lead organizational growth while remaining engaged in day-to-day operations.
Not the right fit? Search for Operations jobs in Windsor, Ontario, Canada
About Expert Executive Recruiters (EER Global)
Our services for candidates are completely free of charge. We will never ask for payment to participate in recruitment processes, and we will not refer or direct candidates to any paid services, including resume writing or enhancement.
Expert Executive Recruiters was founded 15 years ago with a clear mission in mind: to provide the best executive search service and meet the specific needs of our clients and our candidates in any country of origin.
We have been committed to serve top clients around the globe and to allocate YOU, the best possible talent, in today’s job market.
We have worked with over 500 clients worldwide. Our clients contact us when they need to hire the brightest and most successful key employees in their organization.
YOU SHOULD KNOW THAT:
▸ Our joint global experience reaches the US, the UK, Europe, and Asia. ▸ We use unique headhunting methodologies that you will not find anywhere else. ▸ We Keep a close and personal relationship with each candidate. ▸ Our recruiters are not sales people! ▸ We are selective - We work with successful clients and take their most attractive positions! ▸ We take the time to understand your individual needs so that we are able to always provide lasting solutions to any challenges faced in the hiring process.
We aim to bridge the gap between qualified candidates and companies and believe in a warm and professional hiring process.