Operations Director, Compression Systems

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Operations Director, Compression Systems & Services Europe

Location: VIGNATE, IT, 20060 DK HU IE NO SK SI CH AT BE CZ FI FR DE IT NL PL ES SE REMOTE, GB, SW1W 0NY

Compression Systems & Services Operations Europe Director

Location

Europe – Remote or On-Site

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies – from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers – to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more.

Job Summary

The CSS Operations Europe Director is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational performance and transformation of the CSS manufacturing, distribution and aftermarket network across Europe. Reporting directly to the CSS Business Unit Leader, the role provides end-to-end accountability for operational execution, customer fulfillment, inventory performance, productivity, capital deployment and business growth.

The position leads a multi-site industrial network of 10+ locations and provides functional leadership across EMEIA Operations including EHS, Quality, Inventory & S&OP;, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and Strategic Footprint Development.

The role balances short-term operational execution with long-term enterprise transformation,



driving operational excellence, acquisition integration, digitalization, AI adoption, footprint optimization and organizational capability building to support sustainable profitable growth across the region.

Beyond delivering operational excellence, the position plays a critical role in shaping the future operational footprint of the business, leading acquisition integrations, driving organizational transformation, and building scalable operations capable of supporting the company's long-term growth ambitions. The role requires balancing short-term business performance with long-term strategic initiatives, while ensuring alignment across multiple countries, product lines, and operational models.

The role will also be expected to leverage emerging technologies, including automation, advanced analytics and AI, to accelerate operational efficiency, improve decision-making, and create a scalable foundation for future growth.

Responsibilities

Strategic Operations & Business Transformation

- Develop and execute the European Operations strategy in alignment with overall CSS business objectives.
- Lead major business transformation initiatives, including manufacturing footprint optimization, site specialization, capacity expansion, and network redesign.
- Sponsor and lead post-acquisition integration activities,



ensuring rapid operational alignment, realization of synergies, and successful cultural integration.
- Drive operational readiness and integration planning for future acquisitions and strategic growth initiatives.
- Lead complex cross-functional programs involving Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Commercial, Finance, HR, and Procurement.
- Establish a scalable operating model capable of ensuring business continuity planning and resilience strategies as well as support future business growth and market expansion.
- Act as a key member of the CSS leadership team, contributing to overall business strategy and decision-making.
- Influence business decisions through deep understanding of operational capabilities, risks, and opportunities.
- Partner with senior leaders across Europe and global functions to align priorities and accelerate execution.
- Represent Operations in strategic reviews, acquisition due diligence, integration governance, and investment decisions.

Operational Excellence, Digitalization & AI

- Lead the adoption of advanced manufacturing, automation, digitalization, and AI-enabled solutions across the European operations network.
- Identify and scale opportunities to improve productivity, quality, planning accuracy, and decision-making through data analytics, artificial intelligence, and digital technologies.
- Champion the development of a data-driven operating culture, leveraging technology to enhance operational visibility, efficiency, and business performance.
- Own the operational P&L; elements under responsibility and drive sustainable improvements in profitability, productivity, inventory, and asset utilization

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