Vice President Operations US

2 months ago


Lynnwood, United States Kongsberg Discovery Full time

Our client, Kongsberg Discovery, a subsidiary of KONGSBERG, seeks a VP of Operations to manage all aspects of customer orders, securing seamless execution and support throughout project lifecycles.


This is an excellent opportunity to join a global technology company that believes in tackling challenging problems and delivering extreme performance in extreme conditions. They do that through excellent products and services developed to provide the greatest benefits to their customers. Headquartered in Horten, Norway, Kongsberg delivers innovative and reliable solutions for all marine industry sectors, including merchant, offshore, subsea, and naval. Kongsberg Discovery is a market leader in positioning, surveying, and navigation systems and is dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction through its products and services. There has never been a more exciting time to work for the Kongsberg Discovery Lynnwood office than right now. With Kongsberg Discovery, you will be at the forefront of enabling the business to achieve its objectives through the VP of Operations role. Kongsberg Discovery is determined to provide customers with innovative and reliable marine electronics that ensure optimal operation on and under the sea. Watch this video and visit the Kongsberg website for inspiration and more info.



About the Position

As VP of Operations, you will play a crucial role in managing all US customer deliveries and optimizing US warehouses and inventory. You will be at the forefront of our significant and growing region, working with some of our largest customers. Your solid technical background and experience in managing people and finances will be instrumental in your success. We are looking for a collaborative, responsible, self-driven, and quality-minded professional to join our team in Lynnwood, WA. Reporting directly to the President of the US, you will be expected to travel up to 35%. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Oversee all US customer deliveries and ensure coordination across multiple factories and warehouse locations
  • Lead the optimization of US warehouses and inventory management
  • Serve as the senior executive managing key partner and supplier relationships and maintain alignment with company goals
  • Host monthly sales and product forecast meetings and foster collaboration and accurate demand planning
  • Develop, implement, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Manage financial and timeline reporting for programs and projects, including on-time delivery



What We Expect from You

Your Work Experience & Education:

  • Must be a U.S. citizen and able to qualify for U.S. government clearance.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus
  • Min. 10 years of proven project and people management, with strong leadership capabilities
  • Expertise in warehouse optimization is a plus
  • Demonstrated proficiency in project management and/or operations, with a track record of success



Your Skills, Traits, & Style:

  • Highly organized with a structured approach, capable of managing diverse tasks and resources effectively
  • Motivated to not only deliver projects on time, within scope and budget, but also in alignment with Kongsberg’s values and mission
  • Reliable and committed, with unwavering integrity
  • Eager to continuously learn and expand knowledge in their field and assigned projects
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
  • Positive team player with a collaborative mindset, working well across departments, product centers, regional offices, vendors, customers, and end users



What We Offer is More Than Just a Job…

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Fully subsidized health & welfare benefits for employees (discounted costs for family members) with an option of a high deductible plan which includes an employer contribution towards your health savings account
  • Fully subsidized dental and vision coverage
  • Up to 5% employer match program
  • Flexibility with Paid Time Off
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Safe and collaborative culture
  • International work environment and multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • The opportunity to work with sustainable and innovative solutions for the future


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