Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions.

In a world where efficiency, sustainability and safety go hand in hand, operational excellence is more important than ever. As Operations Manager Global Supply Points, you play a key role in realizing our ambition to Feed the Future by ensuring our operations run smoothly, cost-effectively and in full compliance with quality, environmental and safety standards.

As a member of the Global Supply Points Leadership team, you are responsible for the strategic and operational performance of our production sites. You are responsible for executing the Global Supply Points 3-year strategic (operational) plan, translating this into roadmaps per site together with the Plant Managers. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, people leadership and cross-functional collaboration, you enable the organization to meet its targets and grow sustainably.

About The Operations Manager:

Responsibilities

• Translate the overarching business strategy into a clear operational roadmap.
• Formulate and execute annual operational plans and budgets together with the Plant Managers. Ensure cost-effective operations (OPEX, CAPEX, inventory), monitor performance, and play a key role in the monthly IBP process with the support of Supply Chain, Sales and Finance.
• Provide clear leadership to operational teams. Set individual goals, coach for performance, and create a culture of accountability, mobility and collaboration.
• Secure compliance with all relevant HSE, Quality and Environmental regulations and embed these values into daily operations.
• Deliver timely and insightful reporting on key operational KPIs.

Skills And Expertise

Qualifications:

• A master's degree in engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Industrial Management or a related technical/scientific field.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in operations, production, or supply chain management, preferably in an international or multi-site manufacturing environment. Feed/Food is a pre.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Continuous Improvement, and Operational Excellence methodologies; experience with deployment of global programs such as Lean / Six Sigma / TPM is a plus.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus.

Expectation from Role:

• Deliver operational excellence across global sites by standardizing processes, improving productivity, and ensuring full alignment with Nutreco’s quality, safety, and sustainability standards.
• Lead strategic transformation initiatives, including the implementation of Lean and MyWorkplace programs, to drive continuous improvement and long-term efficiency gains.
• Develop and empower high-performing local teams, creating a strong leadership pipeline and fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Why You Will Love Working with Us:

You will be part of a purpose-driven organization that’s committed to Feeding the Future in a sustainable way. We offer a dynamic, international environment where your ideas, leadership and impact truly matter. At Nutreco, you’ll find the freedom to grow, the support to thrive, and the challenge to make a difference every day.

Global Benefits:

• A full-time position in an international, dynamic environment.
• Competitive remuneration package, good pension scheme, and 30 vacation days with flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth within Nutreco and the broader SHV group.
• A flexible work environment with the option to work from home several days per week.

Next Steps:

We value a seamless candidate's experience and would like to respond within five to ten (5-10) business days. The hiring process typically takes 4-6 weeks. For more information, please contact Jeffrey Duyzer at [email protected] We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production.

Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.