Job Description

The Senior Manager of Operations for Coherent’s Advanced Crystal Growth Division will lead all aspects of production, planning, supply chain shipping/receiving, purchasing, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role ensures operational excellence, efficiency, and alignment with strategic objectives in a technically sophisticated manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will be a seasoned operations leader with a proven ability to drive process optimization, foster collaboration across cross-functional teams, and deliver results in a fast-paced, precision-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Oversee end-to-end operations including production, materials planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory management for the division.
• Ensure operational targets for output, quality, cost, and delivery are consistently achieved or exceeded.
• Develop and execute production strategies that align with long-term business goals and customer commitments.
• Drive operational scalability to support growth in advanced materials and crystal technologies.

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Partner with senior and executive leadership to translate strategic objectives into actionable operational plans.
• Direct capacity planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to optimize throughput and meet demand forecasts.
• Partner with engineering and project management teams to support new product introductions and design changes.
• Establish and maintain performance metrics to drive accountability and operational transparency.

Supply Chain & Procurement

• Lead global and domestic sourcing strategies for raw materials and critical components.
• Optimize supplier relationships for cost, quality, and reliability.
• Work in collaboration with Finance to optimize inventory levels, working capital, and cost management.

Continuous Improvement & Lean Leadership

• Champion a culture of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CI) through data-driven problem solving.
• Implement initiatives to enhance productivity, eliminate waste, and streamline workflows.
• Implement AI-driven solutions to improve production scheduling, demand planning, inventory management, and supply chain visibility.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide mentorship and direction to a multidisciplinary team of operations professionals and supervisors.
• Foster a high-performance culture emphasizing safety, accountability, and professional growth.
• Regularly interact with senior management, executives, and customers on cross-functional and strategic initiatives.
• Navigate sensitive situations with professionalism and influence, gaining alignment without compromising relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience with laser manufacturing and with lean manufacturing principles is required 
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.
• Experience:
  • 12+ years of relevant operations or manufacturing experience, preferably in advanced materials, semiconductors, optics, or related high-tech industries.
  • 7+ years of proven managerial and leadership experience in multi-functional operations environments.
• Leader in the creation of manufacturing processes that achieve exceptional product quality, on-time delivery and productivity gains.
• Self-managed work team and customer service experience desired.
• Oracle and Agile business suite experience also desired.
• Demonstrated success in Lean/CI implementation, cross-functional collaboration, and change management.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to influence outcomes and drive alignment at senior and executive levels.

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Physical Requirements

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Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.