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Fox Factory · 5 hours ago

Director of Operations

Fox Factory is a company that designs, engineers, manufactures, and markets performance-defining products for various vehicles. The Director of Operations will lead operational activities across three business units, focusing on manufacturing, service operations, and product fulfillment to drive growth, efficiency, and quality.

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Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operations across three business units, aligning manufacturing, service, and upfitting processes under a unified operational vision
Partner with executive and senior leadership to develop and execute strategic plans supporting growth, scalability, and profitability
Build operational frameworks and KPIs to standardize excellence across all facilities and functions
Optimize production, assembly, and service workflows to ensure quality, throughput, and cost targets are achieved
Lead capacity planning, scheduling, and resource allocation across product lines and locations
Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with corporate objectives and growth plans
Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
Oversee supply chain, procurement, and inventory management to ensure consistent material flow and minimize downtime
Develop strategic vendor relationships to improve reliability, quality, and cost performance
Implement data-driven systems for demand forecasting, purchasing, and logistics
Implement best-in-class inventory management practices to optimize working capital
Establish forecasting and planning processes to support business growth while minimizing excess inventory
Maintain and enhance quality control systems to ensure product and service excellence across all operations
Promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with all OSHA and industry regulations
Drive continuous improvement in quality assurance processes and customer satisfaction metrics
Lead and mentor plant managers, production supervisors, and operations staff across all three business units
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation
Attract, develop, and retain top operational talent to support long-term organizational growth
Develop and manage operational budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditure plans
Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive data-informed decisions
Serve as a strategic partner to the on-site finance team
Own operational P&L performance and accountability
Identify opportunities for cost reduction, margin improvement, and process optimization
Partner closely with sales, engineering, and product development teams
Collaborate with Fox Factory corporate teams on strategic initiatives
Represent operations in executive-level strategic planning discussions
Build strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders

Qualification

Operations leadershipManufacturing process improvementP&L managementLean ManufacturingERP/MRP systemsOperational analyticsTeam developmentCommunicationProblem-solving skillsDecision-making skillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience, ideally in manufacturing, distribution, or service operations
Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate and unify teams across business units
Deep operational knowledge spanning manufacturing, service, and assembly processes
Financial acumen and experience managing P&L responsibility
Proficient in ERP/MRP systems, operational analytics, and production management tools
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Preferred

Master's degree
Background in automotive, powersports, or high-performance vehicle industries strongly preferred
Demonstrated success scaling multi-site or multi-division operations
Proven experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement practices

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts
Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs
401k plan with employer matching

Company

Fox Factory

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FOX Factory, Inc., doing business as Fox Racing Shox, designs and develops shock absorbers and racing suspension products.

H1B Sponsorship

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2023 (6)
2022 (4)
2021 (3)
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2013-08-08IPO

Leadership Team

L
Larry L. Enterline
CEO & Director
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