Senior Director, Site Lead

Job Summary:

Saab seeks a visionary and results-driven Senior Director, Site Lead for our new Land Systems Manufacturing Facility.

This role will manage a large project budget and lead a cross-functional team in the successful development and execution of a newly established domestic U.S. munitions plant.

The Site Lead will report directly to the Vice President and General Manager of Land Systems and be entrusted with the comprehensive capability development project, long-term site operations, and growth management.

• Lead the new facility's planning and design, ensuring it meets all operational requirements.
• Oversee the construction phase to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with key government and customer stakeholders on the federal, state, and local levels
• Secure external funding to support key elements of the manufacturing ramp up.
• Oversee recruiting and training inline with current and future needs.
• Ensure alignment and compliance with contractual, regulatory, and customer expectations.
• Manage the production site's day-to-day operations, ensuring that production targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules are met.
• Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Manage the facility's budget, including capital investment, operational expenses, and financial controls, and ensure the plant achieves financial targets.
• Ensure the facility complies with all relevant safety and regulatory requirements. Implement policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Implement the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and Sales and Operations Execution (S&OE) frameworks to align the facility's strategic goals, operational plans, and execution.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and communication among sales, operations, finance, and supply chain teams to ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction.
• Work closely with customers to understand their needs and ensure the facility delivers products that meet their specifications and satisfaction.
• Develop and enforce Environmental Health and Safety policies to ensure the well-being of employees and the sustainability of the facility's operations.
• Encourage innovation in manufacturing processes and product development to keep Saab, Inc. at the forefront of the defense industry.
• Lead the implementation of advanced manufacturing concepts, such as intelligent manufacturing, digitalization, and human-machine teaming.

Salary : $239,600 - $323,400