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REI · 3 weeks ago

Divisional Vice President, Enterprise Business Operations

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$220K/yr - $275K/yr

15+ years exp

REI is a co-op that focuses on outdoor gear and apparel, and they are seeking a Divisional Vice President of Enterprise Business Operations to lead the design and management of their enterprise operating model. This role is responsible for ensuring alignment across strategic, financial, and operational initiatives while driving efficiency and collaboration within the organization.

ApparelConsumer GoodsE-CommerceFashionManufacturingOutdoorsRetailSporting GoodsSports

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Design, document, and evolve REI’s operating model to align strategic, financial, and operational cadences; reduce duplication; and improve efficiency across divisions

Establish enterprise governance that clarifies decision rights, enhances transparency, and accelerates cross-functional alignment without adding unnecessary complexity

Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable process improvements that reduce friction, optimize resources, and enhance productivity across the organization

Create and manage an integrated enterprise planning calendar that connects key strategy, budgeting, operational and talent deliverables and milestones

Develop and maintain KPI scorecards and dashboards that centralize performance metrics, promote accountability, and enable data-driven decision-making

Lead a center of excellence for the organization. Consult and advise enterprise initiative leaders and facilitate stakeholder alignment to minimize disruption, accelerate adoption of new processes, and embed continuous improvement

Lead program management for enterprise operating calendar, and act as center of excellence and community lead for Program Management across the co-op

Lead enterprise PM team, established to support highest priority initiatives

Lead cross-functional teams to align on process priorities and execution

Facilitate enterprise-wide workshops and process design sessions to strengthen alignment and clarity

Qualification

Enterprise process managementStrategic planningGovernance frameworksCross-functional collaborationPMP certificationChange managementPerformance measurementOrganizational designEmployee developmentCommunication skillsTeam leadershipProblem-solving

Required

15+ years of experience in large-scale operations, business transformation, or enterprise process management roles

10+ years leading people and cross-functional initiatives

Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Technology, or related field required

Strong background working within or alongside retail, consumer goods, or multi-channel organizations, with a solid understanding of how enterprise operations connect—from product creation to customer experience

PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification

Proven experience designing and running enterprise or corporate operating models in complex, matrixed organizations

Strong strategic planning, governance, and prioritization expertise

Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional alignment and influence at the executive level

Experience in change management, organizational design, and performance measurement

Experience leading enterprise-level operations or transformation initiatives that integrate multiple business units or functions

Proven success in designing governance models, decision frameworks, or enterprise planning cadences that improved clarity and execution

Background in strategy execution or enterprise portfolio management that connects vision to outcomes

Track record of identifying and implementing process improvements that delivered measurable efficiency and cost savings

Exceptional communication and facilitation skills—able to synthesize complex information into actionable clarity

Builds capacity of individuals and teams through effective employee development, involvement, communication, and supervision efforts

Creates a strong, mutually supportive work spirit and culture where people can do their best

Establishes trust and inspires others

Makes effective organization and people decisions in a manner consistent with REI's values and ethics

Delivers on commitments and holds others to same

Champions the organization and advocates solutions in the overall Company's best interest

Uses business knowledge, innovative thinking, and sound judgment in the solution of problems or the pursuit of business opportunities

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

Experience working within purpose-driven or values-led organizations preferred

Company

REI

Glassdoor3.7

At Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), we exist to inspire and enable life outside for everyone.

Founded in 1938

Kent, Washington, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.rei.com/

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