Vice President Operations (m/f/d) - North America

As Vice President of Operations (m/f/d), North America, you will serve as the senior operational leader of the company’s U.S. business, reporting directly to the North American CEO. You will drive operational excellence across supply chain management, project management, assembly and production, quality, and safety, while ensuring the seamless execution of complex customer projects. This role requires a hands‑on leader with strong expertise in automation, machine assembly, and OEM environments. You will play a key role in optimizing supply chain performance, reducing bottlenecks, strengthening supplier networks, and translating strategic priorities into measurable operational results. In close partnership with the CEO, you will help shape a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and reliable execution across a strategically important market. YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: Leading day-to-day operations across supply chain, assembly/production, project management, quality, and safety Ensuring complex customer projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards Driving procurement strategy, supplier development, and vendor qualification to improve supply chain performance and reduce lead times Translating strategic priorities into measurable operational plans and scalable processes Partnering closely with sales and business development to align operational capabilities with customer requirements Driving KPI-based performance, cost optimization, and margin improvement Building, mentoring, and developing a high-performing operations team Fostering a hands‑on culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Ensuring compliance with U.S. regulatory requirements and proactively mitigating operational risks TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related technical discipline; Master’s degree or MBA preferred Extensive leadership experience in aerospace, automation, capital equipment, or advanced manufacturing Proven success in leading operations within complex, project‑driven, highly customized industrial environments Strong expertise in supply chain management, procurement, supplier development, and operational performance management Demonstrated experience with KPIs, budgets, and cross‑functional leadership Hands‑on leadership style with strong execution skills and the ability to work effectively from shop floor to executive level Experience collaborating with or working within European engineering or manufacturing environments is a strong advantage Entrepreneurial mindset, strong people leadership skills, and a passion for advanced industrial systems Willingness to travel approximately 20 to 25 percent domestically and internationally Excellent written and spoken English This company provides equitable and nondiscriminatory employment opportunities to all individuals, irrespective of their race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We conduct recruitment, evaluation, and assignment processes solely based on applicants’ qualifications for the specific job role. #J-18808-Ljbffr Trades Workforce Solutions