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VP Operations

Harrison, OH

Employment Type: Permanent Position Type: Logistics & Distribution Job Number: 33518

Job Description

We have an opportunity to work within our Client's Operations and Leadership Teams. This key leadership role will focus on optimizing the distribution center network, aligning inventory strategies, and driving efficiency across logistics, transportation, and procurement functions. The VP will work to enhance the customer experience by balancing speed-to-market with cost control, overseeing inbound and outbound logistics, and negotiating freight contracts. This role will also drive integration across the three entities and implement innovative technology solutions to support business growth.

Strategic Leadership

What you will do:

  • Develop and communicate a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with business objectives, focusing on speed-to-market, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Actively participate in Global Operations senior leadership discussions and strategy development for overall business growth and operational excellence.

Distribution Center And Network Optimization

  • Oversee the strategic optimization of the distribution center network, current main Warehouse in OH, Indianapolis and 3PL set-ups.
  • Distribution Center Management including staff planning, performance management, reporting on KPIs, etc.
  • Lead efforts to assess, renegotiate, or relocate DC leases as necessary, balancing customer service levels with operational efficiency.
  • Establish and manage KPIs related to supply chain operations to drive continuous improvement.

Inventory Management And Operational Purchasing

  • Design and implement inventory strategies that optimize stock levels turnover rates, and cash flow, considering the diverse product portfolios across the business units.
  • Collaborate with Merchandising and Sourcing to ensure seamless product launches, meet lead times, and optimize import strategies.
  • Manage the operational buying of inventory to ensure product availability per product velocity is maintained and improved

Logistics And Transportation Management

  • Manage inbound and outbound logistics, overseeing freight contract negotiations for less-than-truckload (LTL), small package, final mile, and container shipments and Align this with the central US Freight Project Management team.
  • Drive cost reductions in freight expenses while maintaining service quality, supporting company goals for speed to customer and cost management.
  • Ensure customers get the best lead time and delivery experience and also an state of the art B2B order status information

Technology And Systems

  • Evaluate current warehouse and transportation inventory management platforms across entities, determining whether to retain existing systems or transition to a unified platform in alignment with US and global initiatives .
  • Lead initiatives to implement and optimize technology solutions, enhancing supply chain visibility and decision-making capabilities.

Budget And Financial Management

  • Develop and manage operational budgets, including warehousing, transportation, and inventory holding costs, ensuring alignment with overall financial goals.
  • Analyze financial data, including product costing, gross margin reporting, and variance analysis, to inform strategic decisions.

Compliance And Risk Management

  • Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations, as well as corporate policies related to transportation, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Implement safety programs and policies across distribution centers to maintain a compliant and secure working environment.

Team Leadership And Development

  • Inspire and lead the Supply Chain Operations team, setting clear goals and expectations while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and customer focus.
  • Support organizational change through mentoring, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration in Food service, with the other US divisions and the global Operations organization.

What you will get:

  • Eligible immediately for 15 days of paid time off, eight paid holidays and one floating holiday
  • Paid volunteer day
  • Opportunity for growth within this role
  • Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
  • Bonus Plan
  • Comprehensive benefit package
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • 401(k) with company match

What We Need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, or a related field; an advanced degree (MS, MBA) is a plus
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, or related fields, including multi-channel environments
  • Strong background in warehouse management, inventory management, freight contract negotiations, and systems integration
  • Experience with ERP and warehouse management systems, Six Sigma, or Lean methodologies
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with a strategic mindset, analytic capabilities, and a focus on results

If you fit this position, please reach out ASAP and Craig Wilson will contact you right away. cwilson@ariteam.com


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Meet Your Recruiter

Craig Wilson

Craig Wilson, CFSP (Certified Foodservice Professional) has spent a career in business startups, acquisitions, and globalizing commercial and industrial equipment and supplies businesses. His industry credits include President/CEO Rational USA, VP Corporate Development The Middleby Corporation, and NAFEM Board of Directors. Mr. Wilson has owned the commercial foodservice recruiting business of American Recruiters since 1999, and has been the number one producer and number one franchisee since 2001.

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