Vice President Operations

Must Haves:

• Delegate & Empower
• Urgency & timeliness
• Assembly Operations Exp
• Multi -- plant experience in multiple countries
• Global Exp
• Flexible with time zone hours & travel
• Lean Manufacturing, 5 S, Digital Factory exp or roll out exp.
• Exp Managing Production & Operations
• Safety Knowledge and culture of safety
• Knowledge of the total supply chain, from order to deliver is required.
• Experience working with and preferably leading international teams; proven strong leadership skills.
• Degree in Engineering -- master's preferred
• Preferred Industries: Automotive, Mining, Oil & Gas, Machinery, Construction

Day-to-Day

Insight Global is looking for a Global Vice President to sit in Sweden or Dallas, TX. The mission for the client is profitable growth -- to expand and realize our market potential for all business lines within an environment that promotes employee safety, diversity, and inclusion, while achieving environmental sustainability.

Main areas of responsibilities:

1. Safety and EGS Compliance:

• Create a safety-first culture and safe working environment for all employees.
• Stay abreast of industry regulations and compliance requirements, ensuring the company's adherence to all relevant standards.
• Lead the reduction of the environmental impact of production and achieving sustainability within a circular economy.

2. Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute the operations strategy in alignment with overall company goals and objectives.
• Drive initiatives to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall productivity.
• Strategically develop operations within the Product Lines including global Footprint optimization for current and future product portfolio.
• Participate in acquisition projects as representative from Operations.

3. Manufacturing Oversight:

• Oversee the entire manufacturing process from sourcing to final product delivery.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality control measures.
• Implement and maintain best practices in manufacturing processes to optimize production output, including lean principles.

4. Resource Management:

• Manage and optimize resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to meet production demands.
• Collaborate with other departments such as engineering and marketing to streamline processes.

5. Quality Assurance:

• Implement and maintain a robust quality assurance program to ensure products meet or exceed industry standards.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement in quality through process enhancements and employee training.

6. Cost Management:

• Develop and manage P&L and B/S for the manufacturing operations, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resource optimization.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction while maintaining product quality and customer satisfaction.

7. Sourcing & Supply Chain

• Enforce timely procurement of components to optimize delivery efficiency and control inventory levels.
• Develop relationships with key suppliers to secure favorable terms and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.

8. Team Development:

• Foster a positive and collaborative working culture within the operations team.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to department managers and key personnel, promoting employees' development.