Location: Raleigh,NC, USA
Our client, a world class provider of trade shows and exhibits, is seeking a VP of Operations to join their team in Flowery Branch, GA (north Atlanta). This position reports to the US CEO.This role is onsite, and relocation will be offered for strong candidates.Purpose:To lead the US operations and processes efficiently and effectively while continuously implementing improvements to achieve annual targets.Objectives:The budgeted financial result is achieved (target project margins at 38%).High degree of internal and external customer satisfaction with both the process and the end result.Demonstrable and successful improvements in the execution of the operational processes.The Operations Team is competent in knowledge, experience, skills, and attitude.Health Safety Environment tasks and procedures are applied.Responsibilities:Achieving all objectives and targets, including the result areas mentioned above.Together with the Finance Leader, transform strategy and objectives into an established process plan, tracking annual budget.Leading the operations team(s) in an inspiring, effective, and efficient manner.Distinguish the primary functions of operations: planning, scheduling, purchasing, controlling, quality, and inventory control.Requirements:In-depth knowledge of project management, business operations, and production/warehousing.Bachelor's Degree.7+ years' experience successfully overseeing operations, projects, and teams on both small and large scales.Trade show or exhibit industry preferred, but relatable industry accepted.CRM and/or ERP knowledge.Experience with vendor management and external partnerships.Demonstrated leadership of business functions and operational teams.Who You Are:A critical thinker and problem solver that finds solutions.An Operations Leader with a growth mindset that can continue to establish and reinforce processes and business objectives.A project-minded professional that understands margins, costs, resource allocation and can oversee a team of Account Managers, Project Managers, Warehouse Operations, and Trade Show Field staff.A strong relationship builder across internal teams and external business partners.Base Salary: $180,000-$200,000. Final determination of salary will be based on an evaluation of experience, education, budget, etc.#J-18808-Ljbffr