ATS Chief of Staff

​Req ID: 142564 
Remote Position: Hybrid
Region: Americas 
Country: Canada 
State/Province: Ontario 
City:  Toronto 

Summary

The Director, Business Operations (ATS Chief of Staff) will be responsible for directly supporting the ATS President in business operations, planning, management, metrics, and other work to accelerate and optimize the execution of key focus areas, strategic initiatives and business strategy. 

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Collaborate with ATS leadership to drive execution of ATS & segment strategies and key initiatives.  Ensure alignment and collaboration across broader functional teams within Celestica
• Support the ATS President and business segment leaders in monitoring progress and performance metrics of the critical segment metrics, annual OKRs, and strategic imperatives to drive accountability and progress
• Monitor daily operations throughout organization and proactively address potential issues if / when they arise
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize key initiatives, define actionable implementation plans and roadmaps, align stakeholders and lead successful execution of large and complex change initiatives
• Review, evaluate, recommend and implement operating systems and cadences, processes, policies, and practices to ensure performance of scalable, effective business operations and improve efficiencies across teams
• Orchestrate ATS quarterly leadership meetings and account plan reviews, coordinating scheduling, preparation, stakeholder alignment, and execution
• Support the ATS President in preparation for corporate meetings, board meetings and meetings with key external stakeholders, including customers, strategic partners, and investment community
• Drive and own the business MOS (management operating system)
• Support specific strategic initiatives, including quarterly sub-market bookings analysis, capacity modeling & expansion business cases, customer portfolio optimization, and strategies to drive growth in number of >$100M customers.
• Lead the business PMO office driving key strategic and transformation initiatives 
• Serve as the lead interface for the functions the business supports and interfaces with (e.g. Strategy, IT, Corporate Development) 
• Drive M&A agenda in support of business strategy and initiatives including supporting due diligence activities, integration planning & execution

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Experience developing, leading and executing complex strategic and operational initiatives for large organizations.
• Experience synthesizing multiple information sources into a coherent framework for addressing business opportunities and challenges.
• Ability to display strategic thinking and thought leadership when engaging executives.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional stakeholders and partners and influence executive decision-making, while navigating complex organizational dynamics
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative modeling skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong knowledge of the consumer tech industry (education experience also a plus)
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a high-growth environment
• Strong business judgment: ability to approach complex business problems in a structured way, simplify, and drive rapidly toward insight
• Outstanding and proven research and analysis skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong people leadership skills, including the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders
• Fast, flexible, and outcomes-focused: able and excited to thrive with rapid cycles of analysis, decision, and action

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.

Typical Experience

• 10+ years of professional experience in a business or executive management role, preferably in the EMS Industry
• Experience developing, leading and executing complex strategic and operational initiatives for large organizations.
• Experience synthesizing multiple information sources into a coherent framework for addressing business opportunities and challenges.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams 
• In-depth experience related to running revenue organizations - e.g. consulting, Corporate Strategy, Business Operations, FPA, Revenue Operations, etc.
• Previous experience at a leading consulting firm preferred in order to demonstrate valuable problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset

Typical Education

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. 
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

This position involves technologies regulated by the Canadian government's Controlled Goods Program (CGP). Candidates must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada and meet all other requirements under CGP. Job offers will be conditional upon candidates undergoing a successful security screening per the Controlled Goods Regulations.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments:  Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

We use artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening and assessing  applications for this role. All hiring decisions involve human review.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.