Director of Manufacturing Operations

Balanced Body, Inc•Sacramento, CA

50d•$175,000 - $250,000•Onsite

About The Position

Balanced Body is an energetic, environmentally sensitive company that is growing! Balanced Body leads the world in providing Pilates equipment and education. We are looking for a strategic, results-driven Director of Operations to join our dynamic team and oversee the operational excellence of our business. The Director of Operations will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the supply chain, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, and maintenance. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker who can optimize production processes, ensure product quality, manage day to day operational efficiency and lead cross functional teams. The Director of Operations will work closely with other senior leadership to align operations with business goals and deliver exceptional value to customers.

Requirements

10+ years in a senior leadership role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
Strong working knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics.
Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing Operations: Oversight of manufacturing activities, including planning, processes to achieve efficiency, quality and resource allocation. Strategic planning with production teams and champion methodologies like Lean Six Sigma to drive productivity and quality.
Supply Chain Management: Oversight of procurement department, suppliers and managing inventory. Provide strategic direction for global supply chain to improve efficiency, value and reduce costs. Oversight and support on contract negotiating with suppliers and managing relationships with vendors. Monitor market conditions and proactively address potential risks with global supply chain.
Warehouse and Logistics Management: Oversight of warehouse and logistics activities. Develop and implement strategic operations to support multiple locations including 3PL's globally. Analyze and track KPI's to identify areas for improvement. Optimize warehouse layout, process and systems ensuring safety compliance. Expertise in warehouse management procedures and best practices.
Provide leadership to department managers. Promote a productive work environment with high performing teams.
Provide support for operational staffing, scheduling and development.
Strategically collaborate with cross-functional teams like Sales, Marketing, Finance to ensure smooth operations align with company goals. Lead the SIOP cycle which involves data analytics, process improvement and lead the process of finalizing the consensus demand forecast and execution plans to maximize On-Time Delivery (OTD).
Foster a culture of accountability, and continuous improvement.
Develop and implement effective operational strategies to improve productivity, cost-effectiveness and quality.
Lead efforts to streamline production workflows, reduce lead times, and manage resources effectively.
Plan, monitor, and enhance key metrics for day-to-day operations to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks.
Collaboration with Senior Leadership in the development of performance goals and long-term operational plans. Experience implementing and tracking smart goals.
Establish and enforce accountability for core Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, People, and overall Operational Excellence.
Drive high-level decision-making by developing operational policies, executing strategic capital investment decisions, and optimizing facility layouts for maximum efficiency.
Review financial information to make informed decisions and enhance profitability.
Develop long-term operational strategies and align them with broader business objectives.
Manage risks effectively and implement measures to mitigate potential threats.
Other duties as assigned.