Sr Director, Operations Optimization & Automation
Current* Lead IT/OT product management for WM Operations Frontline and Area Leadership, driving innovation and optimizing solutions which enhance efficiency and time-to-value across WM.* Oversee company-wide Enterprise Response Program, ensuring timely and effective responses to abnormal operating conditions, disruptive operational challenges and enterprise emergencies.* Spearhead industrial automation initiatives, implementing cutting-edge technologies to streamline processes, acquire data at the edge and improve operational productivity.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, HR, Legal, Supply Chain, operations, and customer service, to deliver integrated solutions which accelerate business objectives.* Manage a team of experts in industrial automation, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technological advancement.* Develop and execute strategic plans for technology deployment, aligning with WM's overall business goals and objectives.* Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, maintaining a strong focus on safety, labor best-practices and environmental sustainability.* Drive the adoption of new technologies and best practices, positioning WM as an automation leader in the environmental service/waste management industry.