Join the Magic Our Mission At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.

We are more than 10.000 employees in over 70 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3.1 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

As Puratos in Canada continues its growth journey across the country, we are in search of hiring the following position for our Mississauga Ontario Location:

Operations Site Director Your Mission As a member of Mississauga Operations Leadership Team, you will lead in the development of all strategic and tactical aspects of the site operational teams including production coordination, production, facility management, engineering, maintenance, operational excellence & continuous improvement, in alignment with country business requirements and Global operational strategies.

This critical role will lead in the development and delivery of the overall annual operational budgeting processes, including site specific budgets, capital budget creation, R&M & facility budget creation, people, team and facility requirements while participating, leading, and developing aspects of the long-term operational vision for the site and overall organization. As a people and process leader, this role will continuously ensure the sustainable development of growth activities and capabilities of the team at all levels of the organization while participating, leading and developing a vision that inspires people in delivering outstanding results.

What You Will Do Mandate

• Comply with all local and national safety legal requirements
• Comply with all local and national food safety and legal requirements
• Perform all job responsibilities under the strictest guidelines of food safety standards
• Build a culture rooted in safety, accountability, collaboration, and pride in quality

Key tasks Lead the development and implementation of both short and long-term business strategies designed to meet all areas of operational goals and objectives in alignment with Canadian business requirements and Group operations strategies.

Production and Site Management

• Champion the production and manufacturing processes within the Mississauga site.
• Lead and develop performance metrics achieving overall business plans.
• Implement meaningful production strategies and measure in delivering on-going production efficiencies.
• Address, and take measures, to resolve inefficiencies and conflicts within people and processes.
• Reinforce the effective use of GMP, Sanitation, and system adherence with internal processes and business partners.
• Integrate the manufacturing voice into the overall vision of an integral part of the short term & long-term production planning and supply chain strategies.
• Work closely with other functional and operational leaders (Sales, Quality, Safety, Supply Chain, R&D, …) to ensure manufacturing strategies are aligned with the overall business objectives of Puratos Canada & the Puratos Group.
• Provide hands on leadership in developing, motivating and inspiring the team in searching for continuous process improvements
• Participate actively as a member of several operational and facility teams

Capital assets management

• Apply management principles in developing:
• Capex & R&M requirements to enhance production performance
• Calculate IRR for all major capital additions with documented business case scenario
• Generate systematic action plans to review line automation on an on-going basis
• Minimize spending risk through effective supplier management strategies and competitive quotations

Union contract negotiation & management

• Collaborate in contract negotiations to develop a Collective Bargaining Agreement that fairly represents the interests of both the company and its employees.
• Ensure all performance criteria’s are integrated into day-to-day activities
• Identify issues which may impact the performance of Puratos Canada during the negotiated Collective Bargaining Agreement and addresses those issues effectively through appropriate actions
• Alleviate workers grievances through effective listening and firm actions

Development and teamwork

• Lead and facilitate team efforts to define the long-term vision and identify the skills needed for future success.
• Coach & Lead teams in achieving targets, goals, and developmental objectives
• Develop subordinates in embracing responsibilities and accepting accountabilities of both success and failure
• Develop and implement a succession plan to ensure continuity in key Operations roles, focusing on identifying talent and supporting their growth through targeted development initiatives.

What We Expect From You

• A minimum of 10+ years of experience in a senior leadership role
• University degree in Commerce, Business, Science or Engineering a must
• Professional degree in engineering is an asset
• Financial acumen in development and management of budgetary requirements.
• Extensive practical knowledge in operations, safety & HACCP standards
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills (verbal/written)
• Experience in a fast-paced multi-tasking, multi-national environment
• Capability to organize, plan and execute tasks reliably and independently
• Able to think logically around issues & tasks in resolving conflicts
• Ability to facilitate changes by influencing others through analytical approach
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP Management

What You Can Expect From Puratos

• Competitive salary, bonus and benefits
• Rewarding career and growth potential worldwide
• Challenges in an excellent international company
• Fast pace and dynamic working environment
• Continuous training in management and business principles
• Be an integral part of a successful global company
• Hybrid working environment requiring 3 days in office

We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respecting work environment by putting people first. For additional company information, candidates are encouraged to visit our company website www.puratos.com

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal

opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required. Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.