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Ellsworth Adhesives · 2 days ago

Vice President, Operations

Germantown, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

Ellsworth Adhesives is a global industry leader in the distribution of specialty chemicals, equipment, and adhesives. They are seeking a Vice President of Operations to lead and strategize the entire Supply Chain for all businesses and facilities in North America.

Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Leads all manufacturing and supply chain operations across multiple locations for North America through both matrixed and direct reporting structures supporting multiple business groups

Directs business objectives and develops organizational practices to coordinate functions and operations between departments, and to establish responsibilities and procedures for attaining objectives at proper customer service levels

Analyzes activity reports and financial statements to determine progress and status in attaining objectives and revises objectives and operating plans addressing current conditions

Develops strategy and implements long-range plans, develops operating budgets and resource plans to execute growth initiatives in collaboration with key leaders. Ensures that proper plans and processes are in place to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual goals

Evaluates and holds managers accountable for compliance with established practices, objectives of the organization and contributions in attaining objectives

Collaborates on activities across multiple operations such as operating, manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, transportation, distribution, import/export, maintenance, or research and development, to effect operational efficiency

Drives continuous improvements in safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and operating cost

Qualification

Leadership in manufacturingSupply Chain strategyISO CertificationsLean ManufacturingGlobal operations projectsProblem-solving skillsInfluencing senior managementAgility in initiativesLeading peopleMotivating

Required

15 + years of experience in a leadership role in manufacturing, distribution and supply chain

Bachelors' degree from a four-year accredited college in business, engineering, or related field

Certifications in/or demonstrated knowledge of ISO Certifications and Lean Manufacturing

Demonstrated ability to influence senior management, teams, and individuals across multiple disciplines

Evaluates situations objectively and demonstrates fact-based decisions that have a positive impact on work performance or division and the total business

Proven track record of increasing efficiency and productivity in a manufacturing setting

Demonstrated agility and ability to drive multiple initiatives in parallel

Strong problem-solving skills: ability to ask the right questions, help frame logical conclusions and arrive at effective solutions

Ability to inspire, motivate and lead people in a matrix organization

Open to frequent travel within North America

Other related duties assigned