Operations Manager

As an Operations Manager at Skechers, you report directly to the Director of Operations and independently manage several departments.

Your key responsibilities include

• Planning, organizing, and supervising daily operations to meet short- and long-term goals, while ensuring budget, deadlines, and safety standards are met in an automated environment.
• Promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture.
• Developing strategic business plans for the short, medium, and long term for your departments.
• Taking necessary actions to achieve performance objectives by defining and monitoring team KPIs, while effectively managing operational costs.
• Leading, coaching, evaluating, and developing your teams (approx.
• 150 people) in collaboration with Team Leaders and Leads.
• Communication is central to your role—both with your teams and social partners.
• Managing and optimizing automated processes with a continuous improvement mindset.
• This role requires adaptability, versatility, and a proactive approach to overcoming daily challenges and driving operational excellence.

Education and technical skills

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar role within an automated/production environment.
• Proficiency in WMS, WCS, and AS400 systems.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong working knowledge of English.

Your personality and soft skills

• Leadership – You are a driver of change and adapt easily to a constantly evolving environment.
• Communication – You adjust your communication to suit your audience and actively listen.
• Customer & results orientation – You go the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Stress management – You remain positive and composed when facing day-to-day challenges.
• Conflict resolution & negotiation – You are assertive and diplomatic when managing tensions.
• Attention to detail – You are uncompromising when it comes to safety and adherence to procedures and workplace rules.