VP, Supply Chain and Operations

Peerless: having no equal; matchless unrivaled. At Peerless a Grundfos subsidiary our team of experts come together with a common passion for manufacturing sustainable pumps that provide peace of mind. Founded in 1923 Peerless Pump Company is a US-based manufacturer of horizontal and vertical centrifugal pumps for fire industrial and municipal applications. With pump installations in 145 countries Peerless is globally recognized for engineering tough reliable and versatile pump solutions with extensive flow and pressure capabilities. From our production facilities in Indianapolis and Houston to our service centers in Lubbock and Fresno Peerless pumps are designed to protect people and property from fire and to bring water where its needed most. Our product quality is second to none but its our people whove made us Peerless for over 100 years. Our legacy of innovation is fueled by attracting training and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds. With competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on development growth and innovation Peerless employees come seeking a job but stay to build a career.

What is the job about

The Vice President of Operations is a senior executive responsible for setting the short and long-term direction to transform and enhance end-to-end operational capabilities in the make-to-order/engineered-to-order manufacturing environment at Peerless Pump. The Vice President oversees a diverse team of 100 professionals across supply chain planning strategic sourcing quality logistics maintenance manufacturing engineering the main plant in Indianapolis fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Collaborating closely with the two business units and other functional teams in Peerless the VP of Operations leverages data analytics to make informed decisions ensuring alignment with organizational goals and delivering on customer promises. This position reports directly to the General Manager and will operate out of our Indianapolis Indiana site.

Your main responsibilities:

• Operational performance: Assume accountability for day-to-day operations in the Indianapolis plant incl. operating metrics around safety quality delivery inventory cost and people performance (SQDICP).
• Plant leadership: Secure a transparent and performance-focused environment across the various teams in the plant nurturing operational excellence a continuous improvement culture and ONE joint operating model for day-to-day operations.
• Footprint and plant layout: Own the Indianapolis plant strategy incl. long-term plant layout and capacity expansion and deploy into concrete initiatives for the various teams to support delivery of the companys growth strategy.
• Strategic sourcing: Lead the sourcing strategy across Peerless and build up future-proof capabilities to deploy into concrete plans and capabilities for supply base expansion insourcing/outsourcing activities tactical purchasing etc.
• Supply chain management: Own the SIOP process and optimize supply planning processes and tools to improve lead times responsiveness accuracy and inventory a supply chain with a significant reliance on 3rd party components.
• Logistics: Lead and optimize all logistics activities across the Indianapolis plant including receiving goods in-process component picking and warehousing activities
• Quality: Lead end-to-end quality activities across Peerless to secure quality standards are continuously enhanced for Peerless to deliver on our premium quality promise to our customers.
• Manufacturing engineering: Guide the manufacturing engineering team in implementing innovative plant layout improvements including introduction of new machinery new production capabilities etc.
• Plant maintenance and facility management: Drive advancements in plant maintenance and tool room operations to support uptime and efficiency. Oversee facility services ensuring the optimal maintenance and functionality of plant and office infrastructure.
• People leadership: Lead and nurture a high-performing Operations team including nurturing of future-proof operational capabilities across the Indianapolis plant.

Your background

We imagine that you have:

• A minimum of 10 years of leadership experience across various operational disciplines include significant plant leadership experience and continuous improvement
• Must have proven Supply Chain Logistics Planning Quality Sourcing Purchasing and Engineering leadership experience in make/engineereed-to-order manufacturing plant.
• Experience from make-to-order/engineered-to-order manufacturing environment required
• Experience developing and executing key strategic initiatives within a complex business environment requiring significant problem solving
• Strong background leading and developing other leaders in a team or department.
• Bachelors degree in a relevant field; advanced degree (MBA Masters) is preferred.

Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B L-1 TN O-1 E-3 H-1B1 F-1 J-1 OPT CPT or any other employment-based visa. The salary range for this position is $150000.00-$210000.00. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidates profile. The range listed is just one component of Grundfoss total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off paid holidays merit increases bonuses and employee stock purchase programs etc. Grundfos salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in Indianapolis Indiana.

Whats in it for you

What are your goals Here at Peerless its our mission to enable you develop and fulfil your aspirations both career and personal. Youll find that your fresh ideas will be welcomed and make a difference in how we conduct our business.

• In addition your day-to-day benefits as a regular full-time employees include:
• Paid time off for volunteering; up to 20 paid vacation days. Vacation hours are accrued on a prorated basis based on your hire date within the calendar year.
• Competitive medical dental and vision plans; 401(k)-match program.
• Annual bonuses parental support engaging team buildings.
• Diverse inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
• Long-term career development with regular dialogue as well as continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.

Do you want to learn more

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