Senior Vice President Global International Manufacturing Operations Greater Bordeaux, France Area

Senior Vice President Global International Manufacturing Operations

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As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing , producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet.

We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife.

Indeed, Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach.

As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Heath is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

Your missions :

Reporting to the EVP GMSQ (Global Manufacturing, Supply and Quality), the SVP GIMO leads a significant part of Ceva's worldwide manufacturing network, covering 12 sites across China, Canada, Germany, Italy, Brazil, Argentina and France, representing approximately 1,000 employees.

The SVP is accountable for building a safe, reliable, competitive and future-ready manufacturing network, capable of supporting Ceva’s growth ambitions while meeting demanding quality, regulatory and service requirements.

Beyond operational performance, the role is expected to shape the industrial strategy, accelerate transformation and operational excellence, develop strong leadership capabilities across the network and foster collaboration across GMSQ and the wider organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the operational strategy for the international manufacturing network
• Assess and continuously optimize the manufacturing footprint, capacity utilization and capabilities across sites.
• Drive safety, quality, service and cost performance
• Ensure manufacturing operations maintain the highest standards of quality, product safety, EHS and regulatory compliance.
• Prioritize the manufacturing investment roadmap across the network.
• Build a strong operational excellence and continuous improvement culture
• Define and lead transformation roadmap, including digitalization, data and AI initiatives
• Lead, engage and develop a diverse, international manufacturing leadership community.
• Build a strong pipeline of site and manufacturing leaders and actively manage succession for critical positions.

Your profile :

• 20+ years in industrial/manufacturing operations, including significant senior leadership responsibility
• Strong experience in pharma, animal health, biotech or regulated manufacturing
• Proven experience in leading complex, multi-site and international manufacturing organizations
• Strong transformation and change management record
• Executive presence and stakeholder management skills
• Proven leader of senior leaders, capable of building high-performing and accountable teams
• Fluent English and willingness to travel internationally

Location: Libourne, France or any European sites within the scope