Sr Director, Operations

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com .

Job Description:

Role Overview:

The Senior Director of Operations will serve as the strategic and operational leader for Fluence’s manufacturing facility. This role carries full responsibility for business performance, operational excellence, and P&L delivery.

The ideal candidate brings a blend of technical expertise in manufacturing and proven business leadership in large-scale industrial operations. This position requires a leader who can balance long-term strategic vision with disciplined day-to-day execution, driving growth, profitability, and continuous improvement across all functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Leadership

- Fluence business owner for facility with accountability for operational and financial performance.

- Translate corporate strategy into executable business plans that achieve production, cost, and quality objectives.

- Partner with global manufacturing, finance, and supply chain teams to ensure site operations align with enterprise priorities and growth objectives.

- Lead capital planning, cost optimization, and investment strategies to support long-term competitiveness and domestic manufacturing goals.

Operational Management

- Oversee end-to-end manufacturing operations, including electrode production, cell assembly, formation, testing, and logistics.

- Implement lean six sigma principles to enhance productivity, quality, and yield.

- Establish robust operating metrics and governance processes (OEE, throughput, yield, cost per kWh, and safety).

- Drive standardization of systems and processes to ensure scalability and reliability as production volumes increase.

Technical & Process Leadership

- Provide direction on process design, equipment selection, and manufacturing technology to achieve best-in-class performance.

- Partner closely with Fluence’s product and engineering teams to industrialize new cell chemistries and scale pilot technologies into mass production.

Financial Accountability

- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cost control across operations, capital projects, and materials management.

- Deliver targeted profitability and cost-per-unit reductions through process optimization and supplier collaboration.

People & Culture

- Oversee and develop high-performing operations organization, fostering collaboration across manufacturing, engineering, quality, and support functions.

- Drive a culture of safety, accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

- 15+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including 7+ years in battery cell or related electrochemical manufacturing.

- Demonstrated P&L ownership and business management experience in a high-volume production environment.

- Proven success leading large cross-functional teams and scaling operations from pilot to full production and capacity scaling in factories.

- Proven experience and understanding of battery manufacturing processes and associated technologies.

- Strong financial, analytical, and leadership skills with the ability to operate effectively in a global matrix organization.

Additional Skills:

- Experience launching or operating U.S.-based cell manufacturing facilities.

- Familiarity with DOE programs, Inflation Reduction Act incentives, and domestic content compliance.

- Proficiency in MES, ERP, and data-driven manufacturing systems.

- Established record of developing talent and building high-performance operational cultures.

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.