Regional Vice President, Operations

POSITION PURPOSE

The Regional Vice President, North American Operations (Regional VP, Operations) is a senior leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of plant manufacturing, quality, and supply chain operations across facilities in the United States.

This role involves driving operational excellence, ensuring high-quality standards, optimizing engineering processes, and managing the end-to-end supply chain to meet business objectives and deliver exceptional value to customers.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Strategy:


* Provide strategic leadership and direction to the operations teams in the US, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.


* Work closely with the executive team to develop and execute operational strategies that support overall business goals.


* Mentor and develop a high-performing operations team, ensuring the effective succession planning and talent management across the organization.

Financial Management:


* Develop and manage the operational budget, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals and objectives.


* Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.


* Drive cost control initiatives while maintaining a focus on quality and customer satisfaction.

Manufacturing Operations:


* Lead and oversee multiple manufacturing plants across the US, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality production.


* Develop and implement manufacturing strategies that align with corporate goals, including capacity planning, production scheduling, and process improvements.


* Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements across all plants.

Manufacturing Engineering:


* Oversee engineering functions, including process and reliability/maintenance engineering, to ensure alignment with manufacturing and business objectives.


* Lead the development and implementation of new technologies and processes to enhance manufacturing efficiency and product quality.


* Oversee the operational integration of new products into manufacturing processes, ensuring seamless transitions from development to production.


* Identify and mitigate risks associated with NPI to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to customer requirements.


* Manage capital projects, including budgeting, planning, and execution, to support plant expansions and upgrades.

Supply Chain Management:


* Lead the supply chain function, including procurement, logistics, inventory management, and distribution, ensuring the seamless flow of materials and products across the supply chain.


* Develop and implement supply chain strategies that optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance.


* Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and partners to ensure the availability of critical materials and components.

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