Vice President, Operations

Connecticut Distributors • Stratford, CT

2d • $180,000 - $195,000

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring that business processes are efficient, effective, and aligned with CDI’s strategic goals. The position manages a team that works Monday – Friday, including some Saturdays and Sunday’s, and oversee’s 3 shifts per day, including day shift and a night shift.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
• Extensive experience in operations management, with a proven track record of success in a leadership role.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team.
• Strong knowledge of Roadnet, Delivery Now and Samsara.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The associate frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and climb or balance, get into a truck and use of stairs.
• The associate must be able lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The ability to share workspace, travel by car or train, dress in proper business attire, attend evening meetings and meet deadlines are all requirements of this position.
• Associate is often required to be in the market and may require exposure to inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies that align with the CDI’s overall business objectives.
• Collaborate with other executives to set long-term goals and objectives.
• Oversee the daily operations of the company, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness. This includes a day warehouse, receiving, distribution and night warehouse teams.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve operational performance.
• Ensure warehouse is clean and safe.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess operational success and identify areas for improvement.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing operations team.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration across departments.
• Ensure all new hires and temporary staff are fully trained
• Develop and manage the operations budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resource optimization.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and opportunities for cost savings.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Utilize data and analytics to drive decision-making and operational improvements.
• Identify potential risks to operations and develop mitigation strategies.
• Implement and follow all safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
• Ensure that operations are aligned with customer needs and expectations.
• Work closely with sales and customer service teams to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Leverage technology to improve operational processes and outcomes.
• Stay informed about industry trends and innovations that could impact operations.
• Oversee supply chain and logistics operations to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products and services.
• Develop strategies to optimize inventory management and distribution.
• Provide regular reports to the executive team on operational performance and progress toward goals.
• Communicate operational strategies and initiatives to stakeholders.

Benefits

• The EEO is the Law poster is available here. if you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive