Vice President Operations

Confidential Vice President of Operations Opportunity

Are you an ambitious leader looking for a dynamic role in a rapidly growing company? A confidential and outstanding supplier located on the outskirts of Chicago seeks a Vice President of Operations. This is a rare opportunity for someone who thrives on driving innovation and desires full control over operations. Reporting directly to the owner, this role is instrumental in managing our global supply and manufacturing processes, spurred by our substantial growth.

Our products are featured online, in leading big box retailers, and specialty stores. As we quietly disrupt the market, we seek a leader who is not satisfied with the status quo.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage domestic and overseas vendor relationships and collaborate with engineering to set up new factories in East Asia.
• Oversee production schedules, procurement, inventory management, logistics, product quality, scrap, and rework.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to align supply and inventory with growth objectives and promotions.
• Work with suppliers to reduce lead times, improve quality, and negotiate cost efficiencies.
• Modernize the current facility in Rockford, IL, and establish/manage a distribution facility in Europe as needed.
• Conduct on-site quality control inspections in Rockford and at factories.
• Work from Rockford (2-3 days) and Elgin (2-3 days) with travel 10-20% (Europe and/or China).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• Extensive and progressive experience in competitive manufacturing.
• Proven track record in mentoring, development, and delegation.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to work on the business, not just in the business.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits including a performance-based bonus and generous PTO.
• Competitive salary base plus bonus
• 401(k) with matching, dental and health insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, life insurance, and more.
• A supportive and innovative work environment where your ideas and leadership will directly impact our growth.

If you are a tenacious leader ready to make a significant impact, we invite you to confidentially explore this opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) & 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance & health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Education: Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Management: 5 years (Required)
• Importing from overseas: 5 years (Required)
• Willingness to travel: 25% (Required)
• Work Location: In person