Vice President Operations Jobs

Be a part of momentum and innovation. Comprehensive Logistics Co. Inc. is accelerating its agile diversification into new markets and expanding its current market base. You’re invited to join this company where your contributions fuel the momentum!

We are a lean company who relies on workforce talent, and in return gives you the opportunity to engage in the growing third-party logistics service provider market-space differentiated by our contract manufacturing process disciplines, such as integrated robotics, vision-based error-proofing and advanced IT applications in digital material flow management.

If you are energized by solving challenges, ranging from small operational details to big strategic challenges with industry changing implications, come join us.

At Comprehensive Logistics Co. Inc. (CLI), individuals are valued for their dedication to perfecting processes and teamwork performance.

As one of the fastest-growing warehousing and logistics companies in North America, we're looking for an experienced VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS with a strong business acumen.

We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated, highly disciplined and high-energy individual to lead Plant Managers in the capacity of Vice President of Operations. We are looking for a professional with extensive knowledge to oversee (multi-site) all plant operations and make crucial decisions for the company. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with the responsibility for all financial aspects of plant operations and have experience both in the industrial and automotive industries.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Exceeds client-customers’ expectations
• Enforce company policies/procedures and corresponding work instructions
• Establish and maintains effective KPI’s, monitors performance and initiates improvement opportunities
• Serves as the point of contact and acts as the liaison between CLI and the client-customer(s)
• Produce productivity reports and turn data into business cases to make fact-based decisions
• Reports directly to the COO.
• Promotes a safe working environment
• Effectively communicates and partners at all levels of the organization both cross functionally and operationally
• Develops strategic plans to manage, develop and grow the business while driving company revenue
• Has Vertical Line(s) of Business responsibility and accountability to include oversight of multi-plant/site operations
• Provides direction to Plant Managers
• Has ultimate responsibility for all hiring decisions within the respective assigned vertical line(s) of business
• Has overall financial management responsibility to include profit and loss, while positively impacting EBITDA earnings, and manages budgets to ensure compliance with the company and the client customer(s)
• Responsible for driving continuous improvement

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong knowledge and experience with problem solving using root cause analysis, safety, labor relations, and worker’s compensation.
• A minimum of ten years of experience at an operational level related to logistics/supply chain management.
• Multi-plant/site experience required.
• ERP/WMS proficiency (SAP preferable).
• Demonstrated successes related to launching operations or turnarounds.
• Demonstrated experience with performing layered audits.
• Exceptional leadership skills.
• Tier I Automotive, Warehousing, Logistics and 3PL experience is required.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement and Lean Processing Principles.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Materials Management and/or Engineering required.
• Travel is required. This position can be located in the following markets: Dearborn/Detroit, MI, Spring Hill / Nashville, TN, Denton/Dallas, TX, Kansas City, KS, Spartanburg/Columbia, SC, Renton / Seattle, WA, Cleveland, OH
• Logistics/Supply Chain background to include proficiency in Third Party Services including Part Sequencing, JIT, Value-Added Assembly, Sub-Assembly, Kitting, Repack, Deconsolidation, and Bulk and Small Lot Metering.

CLI is committed to creating a diverse environment, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.