Head of Operations

Here at Curaleaf International, we are driven to deliver excellence, and we are committed to finding and empowering team members who share our vHere at Curaleaf International, we are driven to deliver excellence, and we are committed to finding and empowering team members who share our vision. We are currently seeking a dynamic Head of Operations to be the inspirational lead at our site in Alicante, Spain, to join us on this mission.

**About Us**:

- At Curaleaf International, we're not just participating in the cannabis industry—we're leading it._

As part of the world’s largest cannabis company, Curaleaf Holding, Inc., we are powered by a strong presence at all stages of the supply chain. Our unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Amidst a rapid growth trajectory, our emphasis on quality and expertise aims to deliver safe and legal cannabis.

Our Vision: To shape the future of cannabis through our commitment to research and product excellence

Our Mission: To be the world’s leading cannabis company consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis.

Our Values: Lead & Inspire Commit to Win Driven to Deliver Excellence Customer Obsession One Curaleaf

Based in Alicante, Spain, **Medalchemy**is a manufacturing, extraction, and research site for Curaleaf International. With decades of experience in Research & Development and the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients, this facility places innovation and quality assurance at the heart of every activity.

**Position**:
As Head of Operations, you will ensure strategic alignment with group headquarters, maintaining open communication with Senior Leadership, including detailed updates and follow-up reports. You will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence across production, warehouse management, and team performance, achieving high standards in efficiency, compliance, and productivity.

Duties will include, but not be limited to:
**Strategic Operations Alignment**
- Aligning local operations and supply chain with group-level strategies to ensure seamless integration across the organization.
- Performance Optimization
- Defining and implementing operational KPIs.
- Setting targets and monitoring performance to maintain optimal efficiency and productivity.

**Resource Planning**
- Evaluating and adapting manufacturing assets and resources to meet current and future demand.

**Project Leadership**
- Managing new production initiatives and CAPEX projects.
- Providing regular progress reports and updates to senior management.

**Continuous Improvement**
- Identifying and addressing quality issues using Root Cause Analysis, Lean methodologies, and CAPA planning.
- Eliminating inefficiencies and ensuring process optimization.

**Production Coordination**
- Working with Supply Chain teams to execute the Production Plan effectively.
- Ensuring OTIF (On-Time, In-Full) delivery and service level adherence.

**Warehouse Management**
- Overseeing inventory tracking and optimize warehouse space to meet evolving demands.

**Financial Oversight**
- Partnering with local finance teams to develop operational budgets and forecasts.
- Ensuring alignment with central guidelines and senior management directives.

**Team Leadership and Development**
- Inspiring and motivating the Operations team to achieve peak performance.
- Providing coaching, addressing performance gaps, and fostering engagement.

**Executive Reporting**
- Maintaining open communication with senior leadership.
- Delivering detailed updates and follow-up reports.

**Requirements**:
To be a successful Head of Operations with Curaleaf, you will have Operations Management experience with a proven track record of operational efficiency, team building, and driving outstanding results. It is essential you have:

- Experience in Operations Management.
- Proven track record of operational efficiency, team building, and driving results.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Experience with EU GMP standards in a pharmaceutical environment.
- Experience with Lean Six Sigma, supply chain management, and safety programs.
- Business Level English.

Although not essential, experience in the cannabis industry would be a huge advantage.

**Other information**: