Director Process

pA leading European manufacturer in technical textiles, with a long-standing tradition and strong industrial expertise, is further strengthening its operations in West Belgium and internationally. /ppThe company develops and produces high-quality technical textile solutions for protective apparel, workwear, and specialized industrial applications. Through its fully integrated production model – from raw materials to finished goods – the organisation ensures quality, traceability, and strict compliance with international standards. /ppITZU Executive Search has been mandated to recruit a strongDirector Process Management Systems /strong, a key leadership role responsible for strengthening process governance, compliance, and operational excellence across the organisation. /ppbr/ppstrongJob Description /strong /ppThis is a high-impact leadership role focused on process ownership, management systems, and operational compliance excellence. /ppThe Director will define, structure, and continuously improve the company's process and management system framework across spinning, weaving, dyeing, and finishing operations. /ppWhile innovation and external collaboration remain part of the broader ecosystem, the core priority of the role is ensuring robust, auditable, and well-documented process management across the organisation. /ppThe role ensures that internal processes are clearly defined, maintained, and aligned with ISO standards, audit requirements, and regulatory expectations. /ppThe Director will act as the central reference for process governance, documentation quality, and compliance readiness, working closely with technical and sustainability teams. /ppbr/ppstrongKey Responsibilities /strong /pulliDefine, implement, and maintain robust process management systems aligned with operational, quality, and compliance requirements. /liliEnsure full ISO and audit readiness, including documentation accuracy and continuous improvement of internal procedures. /liliOwn and structure process documentation, ensuring clarity, consistency, and traceability across production steps. /liliReview and validate technical and operational documentation produced by internal teams. /liliCollaborate with sustainability and technical teams to ensure reliable data for Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and reporting. /liliAct as key stakeholder in regulatory compliance (chemical, environmental, industrial standards), including PFAS-related documentation and justification cases. /liliSupport operational teams in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives. /liliEnsure cost and process efficiency by analysing production flows and identifying improvement opportunities. /liliMaintain a strong interface with quality, audit, and sustainability functions. /liliProvide structured guidance and governance across cross-functional teams. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongCandidate Profile /strong /pulliMaster's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Textile, Materials, Chemical, or equivalent technical field). /liliStrong experience in process management, quality systems, compliance, or industrial operations. /liliSolid understanding of ISO standards, audits, and management systems. /liliExperience in manufacturing environments (textile, FMCG, chemicals, or industrial production preferred). /liliStrong ability to work with structured documentation, systems, and regulatory frameworks. /liliComfortable reviewing, correcting, and formalising technical and operational documentation. /liliLeadership experience with multidisciplinary technical teams. /liliStrong analytical mindset, structured approach, and attention to detail. /liliExcellent communication skills with senior stakeholders. /liliBilingual French/Dutch required; English is an asset. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongWhat makes this role unique /strong /ppThis is a process-critical leadership role at the heart of an industrial organisation. /ppThe successful candidate will: /pulliEnsure operational stability through strong process governance /liliBuild the backbone of compliance and audit readiness /liliTranslate operational reality into structured, auditable systems /liliWork at the intersection of production, quality, and sustainability /li /ulpInnovation remains a component of the wider ecosystem, but process excellence and management systems ownership are the primary focus of this position. /ppbr/ppstrongOffer /strong /pulliStrategic leadership role within a stable and internationally active industrial group /liliHigh level of autonomy and ownership over process governance /liliLong-term perspective with strong operational impact /liliDirect influence on quality, compliance, and industrial performance /liliKey position in shaping the company's operational excellence framework /li /ulpbr/ppstrongFor applications or further information, please contact us via email at and /strong /p