Vice President of Operations

 

The Vice President of Operations will plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee operations activities in the organization, ensuring development and implementation of efficient operations and cost-effective systems to meet current and future needs of the organization.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains management-level staff in the department.

• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.

• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establishes, implements, and collaborates with other divisions and departments to carry out the organization's goals and objectives.

• Identifies, recommends, and implements new processes, technologies, and systems to improve and streamline organizational processes and use of resources and materials.

• Ensures that departmental decisions and project plans such as those for staffing, development organization, material efficiency, hardware acquisitions, and facilities are in line with the organization's business plan
  and vision.

• Establishes, communicates, and implements operations-related policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent support and execution.

• Reviews and approves cost-control reports, cost estimates, and staffing requirements for projects.

• Establishes and administers the department’s budget.

• Presents periodic performance reports and metrics to the chief executive officer and other leadership.

• Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and  trends in operations management.

• Identifies training needs and ensures proper training is developed and provided.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

• Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in the industry.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Logistics, Engineering, or other industry-related  field required;  MBA preferred.

• At least 10 years of industry-related experience including three years in upper management required.