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Job Summary:
Envision Cold is searching for an experienced and talented leader to serve as Vice President of Operations supporting our West Coast facilities. The ideal candidate has a history of exceptional industry forecasting and successful budget management that can determine ways to increase company efficiency. Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to operations, employee relations, best practices / SOP’s / GMP, inventory / WMS management, safety & compliance, training, KPI performance, facility maintenance oversight, business development, etc.
Ideal candidates would reside in one of the following locations, having access to a major airport to allow for travel to sites across the region:
- California (Sacramento/Los Angeles/San Jose/San Diego/San Francisco area)
- Oregon (Salem/Portland)
- Washington (Seattle/Olympia/Spokane)
- Idaho (Boise)
- Nevada (Reno/Las Vegas)
- Arizona (Phoenix/Tucson)
Job Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):
- Overall responsibility for the management, direction, and coordination of distribution and warehouse operations for our West Coast locations.
- Support SVP of Operations in building out the operational framework in how the company operates including safety, compliance, standard operation procedures, good manufacturing practices, and standard sanitation operating practices.
- Implement and manage systems and plans by analyzing data to improve work execution and distributing tasks.
- Develop and manage budgets for effective business operations, including monitoring and controlling costs.
- Partner with HR to develop strategies to support the achievement of the overall business operations objectives.
- Supervise and coach direct reports on the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports.
- Implement and enforce a standard process to ensure the management and compliance of our facility maintenance teams and refrigeration systems.
- Assist in due diligence work on acquisitions, new build opportunities, and customer specific builds.
- Collaborate with Talent Acquisition in developing comprehensive strategic recruiting and retention plans to meet the needs of the business.
- Monitor the competitive landscape and attend industry events to stay abreast of new initiatives and ways to stay ahead.
- Assist Business Development with new business sales and pricing.
Qualifications/Requirements
- 10+ years of related experience in Logistics, Distribution, or Supply Chain Management
- 5+ years of experience managing multiple sites/teams
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or a related field preferred
- P&L and Budget Management experience
- Prior union experience a plus
- Ability to travel regularly to facilities in the region (up to 70%)
