Vice President of Operations

1. Strategic Planning and Leadership

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies: Oversee the creation and execution of short-term and long-term strategies for optimizing supply chain operations across multiple plants.
• Align with corporate goals: Ensure that the supply chain strategy supports broader company objectives, including revenue, cost control, and customer satisfaction.
• Set operational goals: Define key performance indicators (KPIs) for each plant and ensure alignment with company-wide goals.

2. Supply Chain Optimization

• Inventory management: Oversee inventory control across plants, ensuring appropriate levels to meet production demands while minimizing excess stock.
• Cost reduction: Identify opportunities for cost savings within the supply chain and operational processes, including reducing waste, improving production methods, and negotiating with suppliers

3. Team Management and Development

• Lead and develop teams: Manage and mentor plant managers and other key operational staff to ensure that they are meeting performance targets and growing professionally.
• Performance management: Conduct regular performance reviews, provide feedback, and implement corrective actions as needed.

4. Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Ensure regulatory compliance: Oversee plant operations to ensure adherence to environmental, safety, and labor regulations at all facilities.
• Quality control: Establish quality control systems across all plants to ensure that products meet both customer specifications and industry standards.
• Risk management: Identify risks in the supply chain and operational processes, developing strategies to mitigate them.

5. Technology Integration and Innovation

• Data-driven decision-making: Leverage analytics and data to monitor supply chain performance, forecast demand, and identify areas for improvement.
• Continuous improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging innovation, implementing lean manufacturing principles, and adopting best practices.

6. Financial Oversight

• Budget management: Manage the budget for operations, including staffing, materials, and equipment, and ensure that costs remain within approved limits.
• Cost control and optimization: Monitor expenses across all plants and identify opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality or service.

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