Ofir Lux
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Residence: Leeds, UK
Professional Summary
Dynamic and results-driven operations leader with extensive expertise in production,
supply chain management, and process optimisation. Proven track record of driving
efficiency improvements, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and achieving revenue growth
in high-pressure environments. Skilled in Lean methodologies, ERP systems, and global
operational strategies.
Professional Experience
UK Operations Manager
Palram Europe Ltd | Jan 2024 – Present
• Palram Europe is a subsidiary of Palram industries which is engaged in the extrusion
manufacturing of plastic sheets worldwide, with revenues of $500M.
• Operational responsibility for two plastic plants in Northern England with a combined
workforce of 200 employees and annual sales of $60M.
• Supervised plant managers and optimised operations to align with revenue goals,
achieving significant efficiency improvements.
• Increased production capacity by 10% through investment in a new production line,
supported by detailed justification and ROI analysis.
• Coordinated activities between global headquarters and local plants, streamlining
communication and operational alignment.
• Developed and implemented metrics to monitor performance, identified anomalies, and
reprioritised tasks to maximise productivity.
VP Operations
Baya-Zicon Ltd | 2021 – 2024
• Baya-Zicon is an electronics company providing full Turnkey operational services,
operating across multiple segments, with a focus on the medical and defence industries.
• Led a rapid production scale-up during the COVID-19 period, successfully integrating new
staff while maintaining stringent quality and delivery targets in a highly regulated industry.
• Directed all operational activities from engineering to production and supply chain,
ensuring alignment with revenue objectives.
• Managed 90 employees, including department heads for engineering, production, supply
chain, and IT, fostering leadership excellence.
• Enhanced infrastructure capabilities through strategic upgrades and IT improvements,
contributing to operational scalability.
• Achieved a 5% increase in sales revenue by optimising operational strategies and
infrastructure.
• Improved delivery times significantly by streamlining processes and shortening lead times
(LT).
• Recruited and mentored senior managers, establishing a robust leadership pipeline.
Supply Chain Manager
Baya-Zicon Ltd | 2019 – 2021
• Overhauled supply chain processes using Lean methodologies, improving cost efficiency
and delivery reliability.
• Supervised a team of 30 employees, ensuring seamless collaboration across engineering,
finance, and quality departments.
• Successfully executed the production of medical ventilators within 3 months, reducing
lead time (LT) from over a year to meet urgent market demand during a critical period.
• Led initiatives to improve material flow from order receipt to final product delivery,
achieving operational gains.
• Strengthened supplier relationships and optimised procurement strategies, reducing lead
times.
Production Manager
Baya-Zicon Ltd | 2017 – 2019
• Managed middle managers and 70 employees, ensuring compliance with global standards
(ISO, FDA, ESD).
• Improved production efficiency and reduced defects by implementing automation and
preventive maintenance.
• Enhanced productivity by analysing department workloads and fostering versatility
within teams.
Additional Experience
• Director of Project Managers Team | Baya-Zicon Ltd | 2014 – 2017: Led project managers
to ensure efficient material flow and streamlined supply chain processes.
• Senior Project Manager | Flextronics | 2009 – 2014: Oversaw multi-million-dollar projects
in communications and medicine, optimising profitability and supply chain operations.
Education
MBA, Specialisation in Finance and Management | Ruppin Academic Center | 2010 – 2012
B.Sc in Industrial Engineering and Management | Ort Brause College | 2005 – 2009
Full Matriculation in Biology-Arabic | Reali Hebrew School | 1994 – 2000
Key Skills
• Leadership and Team Development
• Global Supply Chain Management
• Process Optimisation (Lean, Six Sigma)
• ERP Systems (Baan, Priority, SAP)
• Advanced Office Applications
Languages
• Hebrew: Native
• English: Fluent
