Are you looking to combine leadership with the opportunity to develop both people and business? At Arla, we are seeking someone who wants to drive our Jönköping dairy into the future – with a focus on operational excellence, sustainability, workplace wellbeing, innovation and teamwork. At Jönköping Dairy we produce fresh milk, milk with extended shelf life, our lacto-free assortment, cream and sour milk to our customers all over Sweden. We are also growing internationally and export Swedish milk to the Dutch, German and UK markets.
How you will make an impact
As Site Director, you will be responsible for leading the whole site, which is part of Arla Foods’ Fresh Cluster organization. You will be taking the lead on the collaboration with our logistics organisation including warehouses and transportation. You will play a central part in leading and inspiring our committed employees. Together with your leadership team, you will ensure we achieve our customers’ expectations and our own goals in health & safety, delivery reliability, quality, and finance. You will be a visible and approachable leader, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where different ideas and perspectives matter.
We believe in the power of diversity and collaboration, and offer a workplace where you can grow both as a leader and as an individual. Together, we work to develop both our operations and ourselves, and you will have the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable society by ensuring our products are of the highest quality.
More specifically, you:
- Lead and develop a team of talented leaders in production, maintenance, safety, quality, CAPEX and continuous improvement.
- Be a role model for our workplace health and safety culture, actively driving initiatives in these areas.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues in logistics, sales, and other parts of Arla – both nationally and internationally.
- Help shape our long-term strategy and contribute to the future of the site and to the Fresh Cluster Sweden.
What will make you successful
You have a university degree within food, engineering, or equivalent, and several years’ of leadership experience. You are confident in change management, ideally with experience from development projects or organizational transformations. You have a solid understanding of production and supply chain, and are used to working in larger, international organizations. Favourably, you have documented experience with LEAN tools and Six Sigma methodology and you communicate effortlessly in English and Swedish.
As a person, you are attentive, engaged, and clear in your communication. You enjoy collaborating, creating engagement to drive results, and building strong relationships – both internally and externally.
What We Offer
We’re committed to professional development and promoting from within. Our positive and collaborative culture will bring out the best in you. And you’ll join a market leader who produces nutritious household-favourite brands in a way that make things better for our customers, the farmers who own us, and the whole world.
Arla Foods has collective agreements, and we always ensure to offer good and competitive working conditions. In addition to that, safety and working environment are our top priorities, which is why we, among other things, conduct random drug and alcohol tests.
Interested in Joining Us?
If you want to facilitate innovation and help shape the industry, then seize this exciting opportunity. Please apply as soon as possible as we will process applications on a continuous basis and close the recruitment once the right candidate is found.
For questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Carl Monsén HR Manager Talent Acquisition on [email protected]
Shape the Future of Dairy
Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.
We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.
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