OPEN FOR RELO CANDIDATES - Vice President Operations (consumer FDA import / export) [80301]

Overview

The Vice President of Operations is responsible for leading all operational functions to drive organizational efficiency, quality, and compliance. This role oversees key areas such as customer service, distribution, FDA regulatory adherence, and process innovation.

The VP will collaborate closely with executive leadership to develop and execute strategies that align with corporate goals, ensuring smooth daily operations while positioning the company for long-term growth and scalability. This position requires a balance between operational excellence, financial stewardship, and forward-thinking leadership across domestic and international teams.

Relocation: Person must be in the Cumberland County, PA area OR open to relo.

The client DOES have a relo package they can provide for the right candidate.

Discuss with the Recruiter.

Type: Direct hire, hybrid

Schedule: Regular business hours

Pay: $160,000 - $180,000 salary (there is no bonus for this role)

Vice President of Operations Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field; Master’s preferred
• 15 years of progressive leadership experience in operations or related functions
• Proven expertise across multiple operational disciplines including customer service, FDA related distribution / logistics, technology, finance, and team management
• Strong experience developing and managing departmental budgets and financial plans
• Working knowledge of FDA import / export regulations, with cosmetic industry background strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale process improvements and optimize resource allocation for productivity and safety
• Advanced data analysis and performance metric management using tools such as ERP, WMS, SQL, and Microsoft 365
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Bilingual proficiency in Japanese highly desirable but not a deal breaker

Vice President of Operations Duties

• Develop and execute strategic operational plans aligned with company objectives
• Adhere to FDA import / export regulations and make sure the team does as well
• Oversee daily operations across departments including customer service, distribution, compliance, and technology
• Manage budgets, personnel, and equipment to achieve performance targets
• Lead quality assurance and control programs ensuring adherence to regulatory and operational standards
• Drive supply chain optimization, vendor relations, and cost efficiency
• Supervise and mentor high-performing teams to foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Establish and track KPIs to measure operational performance and support data-driven decisions
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, industry regulations, and company policies
• Participate in contract review processes to ensure alignment with operational capabilities
• Collaborate with finance to support budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance productivity and maintain cybersecurity standards
• Champion innovation, best practices, and process improvement initiatives across the organization
• Maintain open communication with leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure transparency and alignment

No deadline to apply.