Operations Manager

Founded in 2016, Polène is a French leather goods brand renowned for its exceptional artisanal craftsmanship, creating timeless pieces with organic designs inspired directly by nature. In a context of strong growth and international expansion, we are structuring our operations in 2025 and bringing on top talent to deepen expertise across every level of our organization. Our firmly artistic positioning supports the elevation of our bag and jewelry collections, backed by 800 artisans in our workshops in Ubrique, Spain. The story of Polène can be written with you. Join us and become part of this journey behind the scenes at our Production and Logistics site—already home to more than eight hundred people passionate about their craft. Please note : this role is 100% on-site at our Villamartín, Cádiz office.

Are you an engineer passionate about operational excellence and team leadership?

Do you thrive in fast-paced industrial environments where quality, efficiency, and people truly matter? Join our multinational team and take ownership of a key section of our production process. Your Mission

Lead and oversee all activities within the Operations area, ensuring optimal performance of people, processes, and equipment. You will play a critical role in delivering high-quality output while maintaining safety, productivity, and continuous improvement standards. Key Responsibilities

Performance Monitoring :

Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, productivity, product accuracy, and breakage rates. Implement actions for improvement. Process & Equipment Efficiency :

Ensure that processes, equipment, and infrastructure operate reliably and efficiently. Coordinate with maintenance teams to resolve technical issues promptly. Team Leadership :

Manage, motivate, and develop the operations team. Ensure appropriate staffing, training, and performance management. Operational Oversight :

Supervise daily operations to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety regulations are met. Quality & Compliance :

Ensure that all packaging activities meet quality standards and comply with safety, hygiene, and regulatory requirements. Cross-functional Collaboration :

Work closely with Production, Logistics, and Quality teams to align goals and ensure a smooth end-to-end process. Data & Reporting :

Record workforce data for productivity analysis and payroll. Use insights to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Your Profile

Education :

Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Organization Engineering.

Experience :

Minimum of 3 years in a production or packaging environment, including direct team management experience. Skills :

Strong leadership and team management capabilities Solid understanding of production KPIs and continuous improvement methodologies Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills Clear communication and ability to work cross-functionally Hands-on, proactive, and results-driven mindset

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic and international team Take ownership of a key area with visibility and impact Contribute to a company focused on quality, innovation, and people development Grow through ongoing professional and technical development opportunities Work 100% on-site at our Villamartín, Cádiz production hub