VP, Operations
Job Location:
Scottsdale, AZ - USA
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Job Summary
The role
The Vice President of Operations is responsible for building and scaling a world-class global operations infrastructure that enables aggressive domestic and international growth. This executive leader will drive operational transformation across supply chain logistics procurement manufacturing partnerships inventory planning systems optimization and global market expansion.
This role requires a proven operator who has successfully led large-scale operational growth international expansion and business transformation within a regulated consumer products or nutraceutical environment. The VP of Operations serves as a strategic business partner to executive leadership and as an operational enabler delivering scalable systems margin expansion service excellence and organizational capability.
Employee value proposition
This is a high-impact opportunity to lead and transform global operations for a rapidly growing organization positioned for aggressive international expansion. The VP of Operations will play a critical role in building scalable infrastructure modernizing systems and processes and shaping the businesss future operational strategy.
Key performance objectives
- Build operational infrastructure capable of supporting $500M in global sales
- Successfully establish scalable logistics and supply chain operations in Mexico Australia and Canada
- Improve operational efficiency while maintaining or improving service levels
- Lead enterprise-wide operational transformation initiatives and change management efforts
- Strengthen strategic partnerships with global contract manufacturers and logistics providers
- Create scalable systems processes and leadership capability to support long-term expansion
- Deliver measurable cost savings and margin expansion through operational excellence
- Develop high-performing operational leaders and succession talent across markets
Performance accountabilities
- Lead global operations strategy and execution across supply chain logistics procurement planning warehousing and manufacturing
- Develop scalable infrastructure processes and operational governance
- Oversee global contract manufacturing relationships and sourcing strategies
- Manage third-party logistics and transportation partnerships
- Lead Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes
- Drive operational transformation and enterprise change initiatives
- Ensure operational readiness for international market expansion
- Optimize ERP MRP and supply chain technologies
- Maintain operational compliance within regulated manufacturing environments
- Partner with executive leadership on growth strategy acquisitions and operational scalability
- Build and lead high-performing operational teams globally
Performance qualifications
Education
- Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Operations or related field required
- Advanced degree preferred
Experience
- 12 years of progressive operational leadership experience
- 5 years in Director-level leadership or above
- 3 years leading global operations for a multinational organization
- Proven experience scaling operations during high-growth phases
- Demonstrated success in international expansion and operational transformation
- Experience integrating acquisitions and global operational infrastructures
Industry expertise
- Nutraceuticals food manufacturing CPG supplements powder ready-to-drink or regulated manufacturing environments strongly preferred
- Experience within FDA-regulated environments and familiarity with 21 CFR 111 117 and FSMA
- Strong background in global logistics customs and international compliance
Technical & leadership capabilities
- Expertise in ERP MRP and digital supply chain systems
- Strong financial acumen including P&L and COGS ownership
- Experience with LEAN Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies
- Proven ability to lead large-scale change management initiatives
- Strong executive communication and cross-functional leadership skills
- Ability to build talent create accountability and lead through growth and ambiguity
About Plexus
Founded in gut health. Experts in microbiome. Plexus Worldwide headquartered in Scottsdale Arizona is a renowned direct-selling company recognized as a top employer. Over the past 18 years Plexus has dedicated itself to promoting hope health and happiness through its scientifically backed innovative dietary supplements weight management products and personal care products sold primarily through Plexus Brand Ambassadors. As a six-time Best Places to Work awardee Blue Zone-approved employer and an AZ Most Admired Company Plexus prides itself on its robust organizational culture and commitment to community support and philanthropy. Our team is driven by a shared mission to empower individuals to achieve their health and wellness goals while offering additional income through the sale of products. Join us to be part of a team that values people innovation wellness and community impact.
Our Core Values
We contribute to the overall growth and success of Plexus by embracing the Plexus core values:
- We are One Plexus.
- We are accountable.
- We get the job done right.
- We empower others.
Benefits
- Highly rated and competitive medical plans.
- 401 (k) with company match and immediate vesting.
- 1-on-1 personalized health coaching.
- Many other voluntary benefits.
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Clean wellness products and supplements to support weight loss, nutrition, skincare, and more. Plexus Worldwide - Founded in gut health. Experts in microbiome.
