VP OF OPERATIONS

SUNCOAST BEVERAGE SALES LLC•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

The Vice President of Operations plans, directs, coordinates, and oversees operational activities at all Florida locations. The role ensures the development and implementation of efficient processes, procedures, and cost-effective systems to meet current and future operational needs. It reports directly to the President and oversees warehousing, delivery, and service operations.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Extensive knowledge of industry principles, procedures, and best practices.
Proficient technological skills.
Physical ability and skills to complete all job tasks.
Complete all training required for the position, including safety and OSHA training.
Read and review Suncoast Beverage Sales' Policy Manual.
Lift truck skills and tractor-and-trailer driving skills.
Bachelor's degree in business administration, logistics, or another industry-related field.
At least 10 years of industry-related experience, including 3 years in upper management.

Responsibilities

Establish, implement, and communicate the strategic direction of the operations division, including warehousing, delivery, and services.
Ensure operations comply with the Anheuser-Busch equity agreement.
Identify, recommend, and implement processes, technologies, and systems to improve organizational processes and use of resources and materials.
Create measurement tools to evaluate process efficiency and effectiveness.
Present performance reports and metrics to the CEO and President.
Ensure departmental decisions and project plans—including staffing, development, organization, material efficiency, hardware acquisitions, and facilities—align with the organization's business plan and vision.
Establish, communicate, and implement operations policies, practices, standards, and security measures.
Develop and administer the department budget.
Control company costs and introduce tactical initiatives to address finished product loss.
Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in operations management.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies, including DOT and OSHA regulations.
Guide, direct, and evaluate operations, delivery, and service management.
Recruit, interview, hire, and train employees as needed.
Monitor performance, identify efficiency issues, and propose solutions.
Manage employee discipline and termination in accordance with company policy.
Oversee daily departmental workflow and operations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.