SVP, Global Operations & Supply Chain

Job Summary

The SVP Global Operations & Supply Chain is responsible for developing and executing the companysglobal operations strategy across manufacturing sourcing supply chain product developmenttechnology-enabled operations and business transformation. This executive manages the end-to-endvalue chain from product concept through customer delivery ensuring operational excellence scalability innovation and financial performance across all global operations business units.

This role partners closely with executive leadership to align operations with corporate strategy drivinggrowth through integrated planning digital transformation supply chain resilience and continuousimprovement. This role oversees global manufacturing procurement logistics demand planningtechnology platforms supporting operations and enterprise business processes while fosteringcollaboration across product finance commercial technology and regional leadership multiple global functions with enterprise-wide responsibility including; Global ManufacturingGlobal Supply Chain Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Distribution & Logistics Product DevelopmentOperations Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP/IBP) Operational Technology & Business SystemsEnterprise Process Excellence Business Transformation & Continuous Improvement.

The successful leader will leverage modern technology data analytics automation AI ERP systemsand digital supply chain capabilities to improve efficiency customer experience and enterpriseperformance while building a resilient agile and sustainable global operating model.

Essential Functions

Description

• Advanced knowledge of global business models market dynamics and theeconomic drivers of growth and profitability.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance enterprise risk governance regulatory compliance and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of mergers acquisitions integrations and international business expansion.
• Understanding of organizational design workforce planning talent development and succession management.
• Awareness of emerging technologies geopolitical trends and regulatory developments affecting global operations.
• Exceptional executive communication presentation negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong financial acumen analytical reasoning and data-informed decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated skill in leading enterprise transformation and managing complex organizational change.
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills across functions cultures and organizational levels.
• Proven ability to attract develop coach and retain senior leaders and diverse global talent.
• Exercise sound judgment and make timely decisions in complexambiguous and high-pressure environments.
• Think systemically identify enterprise-wide implications and balance competing strategic priorities.
• Inspire confidence build consensus and constructively challenge executive leadership.
• Operate effectively across geographic regions cultures regulatory environments and business models.
• Demonstrate integrity accountability adaptability resilience and a strong customer-focused mindset.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties orresponsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities maychange at any time with or without cause.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Business Engineering Supply Chain Operations Management Information Systems or related discipline required.
• Masters Degree or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 20 years
  • of progressive executive leadership experience across global operations supply chain manufacturing logistics or technology-enabled operations.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale global organizations through transformation and growth.
• Experience implementing enterprise technology platforms including ERP PLM WMS TMS APS CRM business intelligence and AI-enabled operational tools.
• Deep expertise in global sourcing manufacturing logistics procurement inventory optimization and demand planning.
• Experience leading digital transformation automation process redesign and operational excellence initiatives.

Any equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform theessential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of global manufacturing sourcing procurement planning logisticsinventory fulfillment and distribution.
• Deep understanding of IBP/S&OP demand forecasting capacity planning and supply network optimization.
• Strong knowledge of P&L management budgeting working capital capital investment cost optimization and margin improvement.
• Knowledge of global trade regulatory compliance geopolitical risk sustainability ESG and responsible sourcing.
• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma quality systems ERP platforms automation AI and supply chain analytics.
• Strategic planning and execution including translating enterprise objectives into scalable operating plans.
• Financial analysis data interpretation problem-solving and executive decision-making.
• Supplier negotiation strategic sourcing contract management and external partner management.
• Digital transformation program management process improvement and organizational change leadership.
• Executive communication influencing stakeholder management talent development and cross-cultural leadership.
• Ability to lead geographically dispersed teams across multiple regions cultures and business units.
• Ability to balance cost service quality speed sustainability and risk in complex decisions.
• Ability to anticipate and mitigate supply chain geopolitical transportation and operational disruptions.
• Ability to align Product Sales Marketing Finance Technology HR and Operations around enterprise priorities.
• Ability to influence executive strategy support growth and acquisitions and build high performing accountable teams.

Travel Required:Yes 35% of the time.

Base Salary: $346500.00 - $365750.00

The salary range posted for this position represents the anticipated hiring range for this role. Offers are made within this range based on factors such as relevant experience skills education internal equity and market considerations. This is the hiring range for the position; compensation above the posted maximum is not typically available at the time of offer.

Work Location: Hybrid

This role is based in the Portland OR area and follows a hybrid work model. Employees are expected to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of our Portland office and generally work on-site four days per week with flexibility based on business and team needs.

Why Work at KEEN:Driven by a passion for life outside KEEN is a values-led independently owned brand from Portland Oregon thats on a mission to create original and versatile products improve lives and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003 KEEN launched a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport adventure sandal and has donated more than $18 million to non-profit organizations and causes around the world to promote responsible outdoor recreation including conservation efforts to protect open spaces. KEEN strives to show the world through its products and its actions that a business for good can actually be good for business. By giving back reducing impact and activating communities and individuals to protectthe places where we work and playKEEN puts its values in motion and takes action to leave the world a better place.

At KEEN we believe in a more just and equitable future for all people. As a global brand we acknowledge that our business buildings and daily lives exist within the traditional territories of indigenous peoples. We strive for a future that recognizes the knowledge rights and resilience of these peoples.

Fuerst Group KEEN and Chrome are equal opportunity employers. We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity gender expression veteran status or disability.