Operations Manager

• 01 October 2026
• 100%
• Indefinite duration
• Genève

Flexsis is a major player in recruitment in Switzerland, offering extensive expertise and complete national coverage (French-speaking Switzerland, Ticino, or German-speaking Switzerland).

Operations Manager #

Company Description ##

Mandated by a watch manufacture, based in Genève, we are looking for:

Operations Manager #####

Reporting to the Management, you are guaranteed the operational performance of the entire T2-T3 department.

A true conductor of production flows, you pilot planning, procurement, logistics, stocks, and after-sales service in a logic of operational excellence, respect for deadlines, and continuous improvement.

At the head of a team of 15 collaborators, you support the development of skills, promote collaboration between different services, and actively contribute to the achievement of the manufacture's industrial objectives.

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Job Description ##

Management and organization

• Supervise, lead, and develop a team of approximately 15 collaborators.
• Define operational priorities and ensure the smooth running of the department.
• Support teams in achieving quality, cost, and deadline objectives.
• Implement a culture of performance and continuous improvement.

Planning and production

• Develop and pilot the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Ensure the planning and scheduling of the T2 and T3 workshops.
• Guarantee the load/capacity adequacy and anticipate disruption risks.
• Monitor production progress and implement necessary corrective actions.

Procurement and Supply Chain

• Supervise all procurement necessary to respect the production plan.
• Optimize internal and external procurement flows.
• Coordinate interactions with suppliers and strategic partners.
• Guarantee the availability of components while controlling stock levels.

Logistics and stock management

• Pilot logistics activities and stock movements.
• Ensure the reliability of stock data and the performance of inventories.
• Optimize physical and IT flows to improve productivity.
• Reduce work-in-progress and secure delivery times.

Operational excellence

• Develop and lead key performance indicators (KPI).
• Identify areas for improvement and pilot optimization projects.
• Contribute to the evolution and improvement of ERP processes.
• Actively participate in the transformation and digitalization of operations.

After-Sales Service

• Supervise after-sales service activities.
• Guarantee quality of service and respect for client commitments.
• Optimize processing flows and intervention times.

Profile sought ##

Your profile

• Higher education in Supply Chain, Logistics, Production Management, or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a similar function in watchmaking indispensable
• Solid mastery of MPS, planning, scheduling, and flow management.
• Successful experience in the management of operational teams.
• Good knowledge of ERP systems and data analysis tools.
• Mastery of performance indicators and Lean / continuous improvement approaches.

Your assets

• Natural leadership and ability to unite.
• Excellent organizational and anticipation skills.
• Global vision of industrial operations.
• Strong results orientation.
• Analytical mind and ability to make decisions.
• Communication skills and ability for cross-functional work.

We offer

• A strategic position within a recognized watch manufacture.
• A stimulating environment combining watchmaking tradition and innovation.
• Significant responsibilities and real autonomy.
• The opportunity to contribute directly to the industrial performance of the company.