Factory Office Manager | Brownfield Electronics Manufacturing Project | Brașov, RomaniaWe are excited to announce the development of a new brownfield manufacturing project is preparing to launch in Brașov, bringing international expertise, advanced technologies, and significant long-term investment to the region. This project will be strongly supported by our client’s parent company in China, leveraging its extensive experience, proven expertise, and advanced manufacturing capabilities.Designed as a next-generation manufacturing facility, the site will integrate SMT, PCB assembly, testing, final integration, and packaging operations within a highly automated, world-class production environment focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.As the organization enters its start-up and ramp-up phase, we are looking for an experienced Factory Office Manager who is eager to play a pivotal role in building administrative processes, developing support functions, and helping establish the foundations of the factory from day one.About The Role:Reporting directly to the Plant Director, the Factory Office Manager will be responsible for organizing, coordinating, and developing all administrative and business support activities of the factory.The role will ensure the efficient operation of HR administration, payroll coordination, accounting and finance support activities, legal and administrative compliance, office administration, and relationships with banks, public authorities, and external service providers.As a key member of the leadership team, this position will play an essential role in supporting the successful start-up, ramp-up, and ongoing development of the factory.Key Responsibilities:Manage all administrative and business support activities of the factory.Coordinate HR administration processes, employee onboarding, and personnel documentation.Oversee payroll coordination in collaboration with external service providers.Ensure the proper execution of accounting and finance administrative activities.Coordinate legal and administrative compliance requirements.Manage relationships with banks, public authorities, auditors, and external service providers.Ensure effective administration of contracts, permits, licenses, and insurance policies.Coordinate office administration, business travel, and facility support services.Support expatriates, visitors, and international teams during business activities.Provide administrative and organizational support to Plant Management.Develop administrative procedures and support functions during the factory start-up phase.Monitor administrative KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Coordinate cross-functional administrative projects aligned with business objectives.What We Are Looking For:Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Management, Human Resources, or a related field.Minimum 5 years of experience in Administration, HR, Finance, or Business Support roles within an industrial or manufacturing environment.Experience coordinating administrative processes across multiple business functions.Knowledge of payroll administration, HR processes, and business support activities.Experience working with external providers such as payroll companies, accounting firms, banks, legal advisors, and administrative service providers.Strong understanding of administrative compliance requirements and contract management.Experience with budgeting, cost control, and administrative reporting.Excellent organizational and project coordination skills.Advanced Microsoft Office skills.Fluent English is mandatory.Nice to Have:Experience within manufacturing or electronics production environments.Previous involvement in brownfield projects or factory start-ups.Experience supporting international teams and expatriates.Knowledge of Romanian labor legislation and administrative compliance practices.Why Join This Project?This opportunity offers far more than a traditional Administration role.You will have the chance to:Join a strategic brownfield investment at the earliest stage of development.Help build the administrative foundation of a new manufacturing organization.Work closely with Plant Leadership and international stakeholders.Contribute to the creation of processes, systems, and support functions from the ground up.Collaborate with global teams in a dynamic and multicultural environment.Influence how the organization operates and supports its employees during a critical growth phase.Leave a visible and lasting impact on a new manufacturing success story in Brașov.📩 If you are passionate about building efficient organizations, supporting business growth, and contributing to the success of a new manufacturing operation, we would love to hear from you.Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.#AdministrationManager #BusinessSupportManager #HRAdministration #OfficeManagement #FactoryStartup #BrownfieldProject #Manufacturing #OperationsSupport #BusinessOperations #Brasov #HiringNow #CareerOpportunity #ManpowerGroup #BrasovJobsIn full compliance with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (EU) 2023/970, please note that the applicable salary range defined by our client for this role will be disclosed to candidates by our consulting team within a reasonable timeframe before the interview process begins.All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality. 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