Vice President of Operations – Consumer Products

Vice President of Operations – Consumer Products

Our client is a market leader in bringing innovative consumer products to life, from concept to retail shelves and digital marketplaces. With a legacy spanning over three decades, they have built a reputation for transforming trending ideas into household staples sold through major retailers and online channels. As they continue scaling their operations and deepening their retail and e-commerce footprint, they are seeking a hands-on Vice President of Operations to lead the charge in operational excellence, margin improvement, and cross-functional execution. 

If you are a proactive operator who thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments and enjoys building scalable processes, this is your chance to partner with a visionary CEO and make a lasting impact on a high-growth organization. 

The Vice President of Operations will report directly to the CEO and serve as the operational backbone of the organization. This leader will manage logistics, inventory, vendor partnerships, and internal operations, ensuring seamless execution across departments. As a key member of the executive leadership team, this individual will collaborate with leaders in sales, product development, marketing, and finance to support company-wide goals and sustainable growth. 

This role requires an in-office presence to lead the operational team, fostering accountability and driving daily execution. 

This Role Offers:

Eligibility to participate in a company-wide profit-sharing program, providing additional earning potential based on organizational success.

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage, with options designed to support both individual and family health needs.

Employer-supported retirement savings with matching contributions.

Direct access to and collaboration with the CEO and executive leadership team.

A seat at the executive table to drive innovation and margin growth in partnership with teams across sales, product development, finance, and logistics.

A dynamic and entrepreneurial setting where new challenges arise daily, creating ongoing opportunities for innovation and problem-solving.

Join a well-established, growth-oriented organization with over 30 years of success and a strong foothold in both traditional and digital retail markets.

Focus:

Lead daily operational activities, including logistics, inventory management, pricing, vendor management, and cost control.

Serve as the day-to-day leadership presence in the office, ensuring smooth operations and team accountability.

Partner with executive peers in sales, product, marketing, and finance to align operations with business goals.

Drive margin improvement and cost-efficiency initiatives across the supply chain.

Manage the Director of Logistics, IT leadership, and other operational functions.

Develop and optimize inventory strategies to maximize cash flow and responsiveness to market trends.

Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities across processes and systems.

Sit on the executive leadership team and contribute to strategic business decisions.

Promote a collaborative, no-politics culture focused on execution, ownership, and results.

Skill Set:

10+ years of operational leadership in consumer products, retail, or manufacturing environments.

Proven success leading logistics, supply chain, inventory management, and cost optimization efforts.

Experience with both retail distribution and direct-to-consumer business models.

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven leadership style.

Ability to work onsite in a collaborative, hands-on leadership capacity.

Strong business acumen focused on profitability and operational scalability.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field required. MBA preferred.

Preferred Experience

Background in high-growth product companies with diverse SKUs.

Experience managing distributed supply chains and warehouse operations.

Knowledge of retail negotiations, pricing strategies, and demand planning.

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