Vice President of Operations
Company: Parkway Products, LLC
Location: Greenville
Posted on: January 26, 2023
Job Description:
Summary: The Vice President of Operations reports to the Chief
Operations Officer and is responsible for the direction, strategy,
planning and execution of the organization's manufacturing
operations. Duties and Responsibilities: This job description is
not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or
responsibilities associated with the job. Other job-related duties
may be assigned.
- Work with the President to develop operating goals, plans and
overarching strategies for growth, earnings, employee safety and
risk management.
- Work with the Controller to develop and attain operating
budgets, ensuring that earnings goals are met at both the
consolidated and plant levels.
- Manage and monitor operational KPIs for each plant
organization, adjusting measurement methods, goals, metrics and
monitoring frequency as necessary to meet changing company
needs.
- Play an active role in senior-level negotiations with client
companies and manufacturing partners.
- Support the business development organization in meeting the
revenue growth goals of the organization through both direct
assistance and by ensuring the plant-level personnel prioritize and
execute accordingly.
- Actively direct and support plant management in building,
adjusting and directing flexible and effective plant organizations
in a constantly changing manufacturing and marketing
environment.
- Direct all production control operations, production process
development, quality systems, purchasing, EH&S and logistics
activities.
- Work closely with the Human Resources Department to ensure
consistent and fair application of the organization's policies and
to ensure that staffing strategies meet the company's needs.
- Direct and manage capital expenditures to maximum return on
investment.
- Report as required to the President and the Board on
operational performance, forecasts, changing market conditions and
up/downside risks, to execute to their direction for the
company.Supervisory Responsibilities:
- 4-10 direct reports (subject to change)Knowledge, Skills and
Attributes:
- Proven track record of leading a large, multi-site
manufacturing organization at the general management or vice
presidential level.
- Strong custom manufacturing background, preferably in molded
product for automotive parts.
- Experience in materials management, from planning through
purchasing, and negotiation and administration of multi-million
dollar procurement agreements.
- Established relationships with the full range of worldwide
sub-contract manufacturers and familiarity with their capabilities,
pricing strategies, and negotiation tactics. Qualifications and
Experience: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be
able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
- Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
- MBA preferred
- At least 10 years of strong operational experience.
- Prior experience leading a multi-site manufacturing
operation.
- Experience in manufacturing a plus
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
- Ability to communicate with other team members, visitors and
customers in an effective, pleasant, courteous and tactful
manner.
- Computer experience with Windows, Excel, Word, and Microsoft
Outlook.
- English language proficiency, to include verbal and written
communication.
- Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings.
- This position regularly requires long hours and frequent
weekend work.Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long
Term & Short Term Disability, Critical Care and Accident Coverage,
Pet Insurance, Wellness Program, Vacation, Sick Time, 401K with
Match,9 paid holiday's and work/life balance...plus much more!
Equal Opportunity Employer PI202042916
Keywords: Parkway Products, LLC, Greenville , Vice President of Operations, Other , Greenville, South Carolina
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