VP Operations - Fishers, IN

US Foods•Fishers, IN

11d•$135,000 - $210,000

About The Position

The VP Operations directs and oversees the overall operations and site management of Distribution Centers (DCs). As the most senior operations position in market DCs, the role has overall site-management responsibility for standalone locations and more supply-chain-focused responsibilities at Area hubs. The position reports directly to the RVP Operations and has a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Area President, who may oversee multiple facilities. The VP Operations establishes long-term objectives aligned with business goals, develops and executes the operations department’s strategic plan, and integrates shipping, receiving, transportation, purchasing, and sales activities. The role is responsible for profitable operations, safety and regulatory compliance, workforce performance, and—at union facilities—negotiating collective bargaining agreements. The VP also participates in industry and operations knowledge-sharing opportunities and performs other duties assigned by the manager.

Requirements

10 years of operations experience across various job functions in distribution management.
Minimum of 5 years of management experience.
Knowledge of D.O.T. regulations, labor relations, selecting/interviewing/recruiting, customer service, budgeting and cost control, OSHA, HAACP, and other regulations.
PC skills.

Nice To Haves

Four-year degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct and oversee overall operations and site management of Distribution Centers.
Establish long-term operations objectives aligned with business goals and develop and execute the operations department’s strategic plan.
Integrate shipping, receiving, transportation, purchasing, and sales activities by aligning accountabilities and interdependence with company goals.
Participate in establishing overall Distribution Center business goals.
Plan, organize, direct, and control operations by coordinating functions and processes with business goals.
Maintain profitable operations by controlling inventory, losses, accidents, and safety.
Identify synergies and best practices and implement methods to improve productivity and customer service.
Guide operations management in complying with government and regulatory requirements and Company programs.
Implement programs for safety, security, maintenance, and ergonomics across operations functions.
Delegate responsibility to managers to achieve productivity goals.
Enforce Distribution Center and company policies on safety and employee discipline, communicate policy changes, and oversee the work and performance of day warehouse associates.
Create performance improvement plans, administer discipline, and identify training opportunities as appropriate.
Participate in the Operations knowledge center, industry organizations, and other networking opportunities to bring in know-how and share best practices.
At union facilities, negotiate terms of collective bargaining agreements.
Perform other duties assigned by the manager.