VP of Operations

PrimeFlight Aviation Services•Louisville, KY

About The Position

The Vice President of Operations will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the operation, its employees, and customer relations. The Vice President of Operations will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing strategic initiatives aimed at optimizing the company's operations and contributing to its overall success.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
Eligible to work in the United States
Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
Track Record of driving operational improvements and achieving performance goals
Proven experience in a senior operations management role, preferably in a similar industry
Strong leadership skills and experience managing large teams
Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
Pass a background check and drug screen
Must be flexible to work extended hours on occasion to support our field operations
Travel requirement approximately 50%
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily.
The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Position is generally sedentary, sitting for long periods of time
Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management or related field preferred
Ten plus years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree

Responsibilities

Direct, mentor, elevate and develop a team of employees, including a predominantly frontline workforce
Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the company's goals
Collaborate with senior leadership to set performance goals and identify growth opportunities
Drive and communicate operational performance and strategy to the executive team
Senior leader for your business unit, collaborating with multiple departments, including finance, sales, contracts, human resources, and vendors
Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement
Develop and manage operational budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and profitability
Monitor financial performance, identify variances, and implement corrective actions
Work with the finance team to ensure accurate financial accountability, reporting and forecasting
Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and safety standards
Identify and mitigate operational risks
Develop and maintain contingency plans for business continuity
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, partners, and customers
Promote a culture of safety and accountability
Perform any additional duties as assigned by management