A genuine General/Operations Manager with outstanding leadership attributes and extensive experience in Operations, Program and Commercial Management and lean manufacturing practices who can deliver on business objectives. Has a strong customer focus with commercial acumen and sound financial skills supporting strategy development and implementation. Technically strong and believes in open and honest communication.PROFESSIONAL PROFILE• Proven operational expertise with technical product and process development abilities, underpinned by a strong focus on safety, LEAN manufacturing principles and environmental sustainability• Outstanding commercial acumen; ability to develop and interpret financial models and data • Demonstrated client relationship building and management skills• Ability to build, lead and manage high performing teams• Proven record in successful bid management and close• Expert in solution selling, identifying and meeting customer needs with deep expertise in key account management• Adaptable management style which optimises results across a wide variety of workplaces• Highly effective leader and developer of staff with a natural coaching and mentoring approach• Success in sales and business development, building effective relationships with a range stakeholders, dedicated to meeting customer expectations• Success in end-to-end program management and value-add-services from the initial concept to full commercial operations• Excellent cultural sensitivity, awareness and business contacts developed over many years and multiple working visits to countries including China, Thailand, Germany, Korea, Spain and Indonesia • Thorough understanding of European and Asian business cultures and manufacturing practice